1. Garden of the Gods Garden of the Gods is one of my favorite places in Colorado – a dramatic landscape with the red rock formations set against the Rocky Mountains! It’s a photographer’s dream – especially during golden hour or when there’s been a dusting of snow. With an extensive trail system; it’s a fantastic spot for biking, hiking, and […]

April 23, 2026

5 Things to Do in Colorado Springs

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1. Garden of the Gods Garden of the Gods is one of my favorite places in Colorado – a dramatic landscape with the red rock formations set against the Rocky Mountains! It’s a photographer’s dream – especially during golden hour or when there’s been a dusting of snow. With an extensive trail system; it’s a fantastic spot for biking, hiking, and […]

April 23, 2026

5 Things to Do in Colorado Springs

Park Details The Paint Mines Interpretive Park is located in El Paso County, Colorado. It’s near the small town of Calhan and about 40 minutes east of Colorado Springs and a 90 minute drive from the Denver area. The park includes 750 acres to explore, free parking, restrooms, and open daily from dawn until dusk. […]

April 19, 2026

Visiting Paint Mines Interpretative Park in Colorado

Being a CSU grad and the first place I lived in Colorado – Fort Collins holds a special place for me. Besides being a college town – it’s a thriving community in Northern Colorado (NoCo) with an abundance of outdoor activities, culture, shopping, and craft breweries. It’s a year round destination with a fairly mild winter climate (in […]

July 23, 2025

9 Fun Things to Do in Fort Collins Colorado

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is less than hour east of Denver near Keenesburg, Colorado. The admission is $50 (as of 2024) for adults 13 and over. There are reduced rate entry fees for kids and seniors. Be sure to check, but it’s open almost daily year round. 1. Animals The main attraction and reason for […]

October 1, 2024

3 Reasons to Visit the Colorado Wild Animal Sanctuary

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