How to Spot the Differences Between Eagles and Hawks
Say you’re looking up at the sky and you see a large, soaring bird. You can tell it’s a raptor, but what species is it? …
Amy Zimmer
How Transportation Projects Help Tell the Story of Colorado’s Past
Did you know that state transportation agencies, such as the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), are required by law to study and document a project …
Time Machine Tuesday: The Night the Castlewood Canyon Dam Gave Way
Today, Castlewood Canyon is one of Colorado’s 41 State Parks. But on this day 88 years ago, August 3, 1933, torrential rains caused the Castlewood …
Remembering Governor Lamm
Last week came the news that former Colorado governor Richard Lamm passed away. He would have turned 86 on August 3. Lamm served three terms …
Downtown Denver’s Skyline Park
Recently the City of Denver announced that it is redesigning Skyline Park, the park located downtown on Arapahoe Street between 15th and 18th. The redesign …
Viewing Moose in Colorado
Nowadays, it’s not uncommon to spot moose up in the high country — but did you know that this is only because of reintroduction efforts …
Colorado’s Ecosystems
Colorado is the eighth largest state in the U.S. in terms of land area. It’s also one of the country’s most ecologically diverse states.
Spheres: Research in Earth Sciences
It may be our home, but how much do we really know about our Earth and how it works? Scientists are continually making fascinating new …
Colorado State Parks: Elkhead Reservoir
Elkhead Reservoir State Park is located in Northwest Colorado, near Craig. Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) calls it “an oasis in the high desert,” because …
Personal Data Privacy
One of the most talked-about bills passed at the Legislature this year is SB21-190, the Colorado Privacy Act. This legislation, which was signed into law …
Colorado Voluntary Adoption Registry
Occasionally our library receives questions from adults who were adopted as children, and are looking for information on their birth parents, siblings, and origins. The …
Colorado Care Planning
It’s not something we like to think about, but it’s important: if you are seriously ill or injured and unable to express your decisions regarding …
Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Yard or Garden
Hummingbirds are among the world’s most fascinating and beautiful birds, and we have several species right here in Colorado. In addition to being enjoyable to …
Planning Your Summer Road Trip
Are you interested in exploring our beautiful state, but not sure where to go? The Colorado Tourism Office offers a great website to help you …
Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Conservation Mobile Apps
Before you head out on your next outdoor adventure, check out some of the great mobile apps presented by Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW). They …
Do We Have Fleas and Ticks in Colorado?
There’s a common perception that in Colorado, there’s no need to worry about fleas and ticks. While it is true that we have much less …
Your Colorado L.I.F.E.: Taxes, Business, and More
Are you 1) new to Colorado, 2) planning for college and career, or 3) interested in starting your own business in Colorado? If you answered …
Colorado-Themed Podcasts
Looking for something new to listen to? Interested in learning more about issues facing our state? If the answer is yes, you may want to …
How an Initiative Gets to the Ballot
You’ve probably encountered petitioners out gathering signatures for initiatives they hope to get on the ballot. But how much do you know about the process …
Preparing Your Home for Wildfire Season
Even though Colorado experienced a wetter-than-average spring, drier weather is on its way and that means wildfire season will soon be upon …