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  • Hooray For McKay Lake
    Thursday, July 21, 2011
    Hiking | Outdoor

    Who says you can't get a little taste of nature close to home?  McKay Lake gives you the perfect getaway after a long day of tapping the keyboards and signing the docs.  This short 1.2 mile loop around the lake provides more than just water scene.  Nature calls from the hooting owls, slithering crossings from the resident bull snakes, buzzing fly-by's from local dragon flies and many others just might take your attention away from the surrounding views.

  • No Holds Barr Lake
    Thursday, July 21, 2011
    Hiking | Outdoors

    Just northeast of Denver and northwest of DIA, Barr Lake is the focus of the eponymous state park and home to the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory. Bird records for the park go back well over a century, making this historically the best-studied birding site in Colorado. In that time, Barr has added at least eighteen species to the state list. The lake is almost completely surrounded by mature cottonwoods, often several deep with considerable undergrowth, making this an excellent place to find migrant landbirds and riparian breeders.

  • Strawberry Park Forever
    Thursday, July 21, 2011
    Colorado | Mountains | Outdoors | Relaxing

    Flowing from the mountains of Steamboat Springs and nestled just minutes from downtown lies of one of Colorado's most hidden gems.  Strawberry Park is a favorite to locals and a "dipped strawberry" delight for visitors.  Just say AHHHHH as you soak in 104 degree water in one of the parks 2 main pools or get a cozy in the smaller and more intimate couples pools. Feeling a little "hot under the collar"?  Jumping into the cold river pool will certainly take the heat off.  

  • Help the Colorado Trail Foundation
    Thursday, July 21, 2011
    Outdoors

    Colorful Colorado is FULL OF GREAT TRAILS to choose from!!!  But, the trails don’t maintain themselves.  The Colorado Trail alone covers 500 miles; it was built by, and has been continually maintained by, VOLUNTEERS!  MWC encourages all of our readers to spend 1 Weekend OR 1 Entire Week OR LONGER joining a crew to work with others preserving our trails.  Or, if you don’t have the time, consider donating to this wonderful cause.  Our trails give us unlimited enjoyment.  Let’s return the favor by helping

  • Reach to the Sky
    Thursday, July 14, 2011
    Denver | Front Range | Hiking | Outdoors

    Why not get a little closer to the sky this weekend with a trip to Eldorado State Canyon and the Fowler Trail.  

    The Fowler Trail starts at a trail sign in the middle of Eldorado Canyon State Park at 6,116 feet. Over the next 0.7 of a mile, the trail only gains about 80 feet in elevation.

  • Green & Bear This
    Thursday, July 14, 2011
    Action | Front Range | Hiking | Mountains | Outdoors

    Take the Green and Bear It hike to the top of Green Mountain this time of year AND you may be one of the lucky few to see a Bear & Cub along the path the hike is named for!

    MWC recommends setting aside 3-4 hours for this adventure. The hike is STRENUOUS, starting at 8144 feet and gaining 2288 feet more to complete the path.

  • It's a Green Celebration!
    Thursday, July 14, 2011
    Denver | Front Range | Hiking | Outdoors

    The beautiful Green Mountain Lodge was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression. It has been closed to the public for many years, but has now been restored. Meet at the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage at 2pm on Thursday July 21 and join OSMP staff for a strenuous yet refreshing hike from Chautauqua through Gregory Canyon up to the lodge for a reopening party.  Along the way we will admire the natural beauty while learning about the history of the area.

  • Say Cheese!
    Thursday, July 14, 2011
    Denver | Outdoors | Relaxing

    Ready to take a whole new look at downtown Denver?  Click! Photo Tours
    is ready to be your guide.  As you walk
    through downtown Denver you will
    get a chance to meet other fellow photographers, improve your picture taking
    skills and walk away with some new views of Denver’s
    unique landmarks and scenery.  Along with
    pointers on how to take that perfect snap shot you will get some history on the
    image you are about to capture.