The 1820s fur trappers who gave the Cache la Poudre River its name used the French phrase that translates as “hide the powder” to commemorate the large cache of gunpowder that they secreted along the river during a massive blizzard. Back then, they could not have imagined that the upper reaches of the river would … Read more
Driving From Fort Collins To Steamboat Springs Along The Cache la Poudre River The last car passed 30 minutes ago. Since then the only life along this lonely length of highway has been four-legged or feathered. Even the radio offers nothing but crackling static. In this high chaparral landscape more suggestive of Outer Mongolia than … Read more
Being a bustling college town and having more restaurants per capita than any other place in Colorado, there is a lot to see and do in Fort Collins during your Colorado vacation. With several dozen different lodging choices, there are just a few that stand out as exemplary. One of these is the Edwards House, … Read more
Five Must Visit Restaurants In Fort Collins Dining out is easily one of the best parts of vacation. It’s fun to try new restaurants and eat at the spots locals go to. Even if you’re not on vacation, taking a day trip to a nearby city or town is a great excuse to hit up … Read more
No matter the time of year, foods are everywhere…fresh strawberries, Rocky Ford melons, Palisade peaches, freshly collected honey. Fresh local food finds in Colorado are plentiful this time of year. MouCo cheeses from Fort Collins, Colorado, are a perfect addition to a locavore’s year round spread. The creators of MouCo Cheese Co., husband and wife … Read more
The northern Colorado town of Fort Collins may not be the first place that pops into mind when you think “weekend getaway,” but maybe it should. This Front Range college town, home to Colorado State University, is accessible – close to the mountains without the tricky mountain driving – and has lots of good shopping … Read more
Nestled in the charming town of Fort Collins lies a boutique gourmet wine shop called The Cellar. I went to their popular wine tasting event they host every Saturday and, needless to say, I was not disappointed. This charming boutique wine cellar opened in August 2011, and is stocked with over 500 unique wines from … Read more
School is out and the weather is warming up, that means one thing: Summer is coming. As with every summer that rolls around, people are looking to get outdoors and enjoy the sun and some fun. Being a college town, Fort Collins doesn’t disappoint. Whether you’re a resident or visiting on your Colorado vacation there … Read more
Sometimes, figuring out where to stay in Colorado is the trickiest part of planning your Colorado travel experience. Staying in a historic hotel can add a touch of nostalgia and character to your trip, especially if you love the ambiance of visiting a place where people have been receiving excellent hospitality for multiple generations. If … Read more
When it comes to bed and breakfasts, they tend to have a somewhat subdued nature, oftentimes airing towards earthy tones and décor from eras gone by. On the other hand, there are times when establishments, such as the Inn at City Park, break these trends and present guests with a completely different atmosphere by blending … Read more