Your Red Feather Lakes Camping Vacation Starts Here Red Feather Lakes is a place where northern Colorado locals visit to escape the crowds. While the tourists play in nearby destinations like Rocky Mountain National Park or kayakers swarm the Poudre River, laid-back locals quietly point their wagons — and ATVs — west on County Road 74E (Red Feather Lakes Road) to find solitude and summer fun. Nestled in the…
A Brief History of Marijuana in Colorado For many people, the word “Colorado” conjures up images of pristine mountains, fresh powder, and, of course, legal weed. But how did we get here? When did Colorado legalize weed? Let’s take a quick look at the history of marijuana in the Centennial State. The first step towards legalization came in 2000 when Colorado voters approved Amendment 20, which amended the state…
Although Colorado wines are produced miles from Denver on the Western Slope, Denver-area residents and visitors can taste more than 35 of the increasingly popular wines at Colorado Winery Row in north Denver. Calling itself “Denver’s Urban Wine Tasting Destination,” the new attraction showcases four artisan Colorado wineries known for their award-winning Riesling, Chardonnay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and other single-varietal and blended wines. Most of the grapes are even…
Deep beneath the earth, in the dim, cool tunnels of The Phoenix Gold Mine, you can still see veins of gold-streaked ore, bright metallic flecks that speckle the rock. One of the veins shimmers bright blue and green — the colors come from oxidized copper — and the bold streak across the walls of the mine looks as if someone has run a turquoise paintbrush along the rock. The…
Malls In Denver And Surrounding Areas Denver is a great place to shop ’til you drop, with plenty of malls to choose from. Whether you’re looking for high-end retailers, bargain outlets, or unique local boutiques, you’ll find it all in the Mile High City. Here are five of the most popular malls in Denver. Cherry Creek Shopping Center – The Place to Shop in Denver Cherry Creek Shopping Center…
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery on Colorado Boulevard Snooze, an A.M. Eatery is a breakfast and lunch restaurant chain founded in Denver, Colorado. With multiple locations across the United States, this restaurant is known for its hip atmosphere and delicious breakfast food. Some of their most popular dishes include the Cinnamon Roll pancakes, the Chorizo Benny, and the Breakfast Pot Pie. The Atmosphere When you walk into Snooze, you are…
WEST ELKS WINE TRAIL Hot summer nights and cool mountain air. The two are a perfect combination when it comes to growing grapes – especially when those grapes are grown in Delta County. Tucked away on the western slope 70 miles south of Glenwood Springs and 75 miles east of the vineyards of Palisade, this fertile valley is holding its own when it comes to wine-making. Some 15 wineries…
A Brief History of the Denver Broncos The Denver Broncos are a professional American football franchise based in Denver, Colorado. They are members of the West Division of the American Football Conference (AFC) in the National Football League (NFL). The Broncos began play in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League (AFL), and joined the NFL as part of the AFL–NFL merger in 1970. The team…
A Tour of the Murals at Denver International Airport Where Are The Murals In Denver Airport Located? Denver International Airport is home to a world-renowned collection of public art, and one of the most popular features is the Denver Airport Murals. Spanning more than 33,000 square feet, the murals are a unique and eye-catching addition to the airport’s decor. Let’s take a tour of some of the most notable…
Colorado’s Minimum Wage As of January 1, 2021, Colorado’s minimum wage is $12.00 per hour for employers with 16 or more employees, and $11.10 per hour for employers with 15 or fewer employees. Colorado’s minimum wage applies to all workers in the state, with limited exceptions. How often is Colorado’s minimum wage updated? Colorado’s minimum wage is adjusted annually for inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index for…