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For most people who love to hike in Boulder Colorado the weather is usually a concern but not a deterrent. In fact, winter hiking and snowshoeing are two very popular sports along the Colorado's Rocky Mountains because of our generally mild climate.  However if you live in Colorado you know the weather changes in an instant and if you are planning a winter hike you need to be prepared. Here are a few gorgeous “almost winter” pictures of mountains in Boulder and a couple tips for beginner winter hikers.

Just a Hint of Snow Chautauqua Boulder

 

The Colorado Chautauqua National Historic Landmark

Beginner Winter Hiking Tips:

1. Do not over exert yourself with too long of a trip.
2. Pack efficiently, wisely and consider all

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Molly - Humane Society of Boulder Valley's Cat of the Week!

 

Molly is a very sweet young female cat who loves to be close to people but also enjoys her independence. She can be a bit shy initially so a slow and patient transition into a new home is what she is looking for. Once settled in, Molly’s new family will be able to see just how affectionate she can be. Molly likes to greet people with a friendly "Meow" and a quick nuzzle but will sit in her favorite spot over your lap. Because of her previous living situation, Molly will do best in a home where there are no dogs.  However other felines might bring her company and confidence. Molly has a tendency to over groom herself when she is stressed out which is something that will need to be

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Please join us this Saturday November 10th, 2012 for the Meadows on the Parkway Shopping Center’s Annual Coat Drive! Event starts at 10 a.m. and will run until 2 p.m.  All coat donations are part of the “Coats for Colorado 2012 Campaign” which aims to provide proper winter attire to people in need.  Several merchants at the Meadows on the Parkway Shopping Center are participating in this event and are asking for the publics’ help.  Providing coats to families in need is a simple way to give back to your community this holiday season.  So clean out your coat closets tonight and bring all your gently used outdoor wear to the drop off location near Michaels Craft Store at the Meadows on the Parkway Shopping Center.

Meadows on the Parkway
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It has been awhile since we have needed to use the “Sincere Request" plea, but the steadily declining inventory in Boulder County and along the Front Range of Colorado has brought this old tool to the forefront again.  As I was walking around the office today, several of our agents were looking at ways to go beyond the standard to find homes for their buyers.  Just checking the MLS every day is not enough when the market heats up.  You need to call other brokers, mail neighborhoods, and dust off the sneakers and go door to door.   

The chart above is a good indicator of why this is the case.  The monthly supply of inventory in Boulder has dropped close to 50% and in other markets we are seeing even tighter numbers.  The city of Boulder has moved to…

Frasier Meadows is located off Baseline Road west of Foothills Parkway in Boulder Colorado.  This community features spacious mature residential lots, convenient shopping, easy access to US 36, and a lovely park.  Here are some pictures from a gorgeous fall day spent in Admiral Arleigh A. Burk Park at Frasier Meadows.

 

As you approach Denver Colorado you are struck with amazing views of the city’s skyline. Traveling into the interior of the city, you can’t help but to notice some of the unique buildings architectural designs. Denver much like other American cities has a hodgepodge of history attached to its creation and the building of infrastructures. What was once almost completely unsettled prior to the 1850s quickly saw huge influxes of settlers chasing the Gold Rush to this region by 1859. Since that time and with funds from the railroads and that of wealthy gold and coal miners, Denver was built up from a small mining supply depot to the modern marvel it is today. I recently took a trip to Downtown Denver and was amazed by the mix of old and new, modern and

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The Colorado Ski and Snowboard Expo took place this last weekend and celebrated the winter season to come in our great state. Held at the Colorado Convention Center in the heart of downtown Denver, this event had a wide variety of vendors and activities for people of all ages. As you begin to make your way onto the floor you can smell the roasting nuts from the snack bar and see the many booths and exhibitions winding through the expo.

One of the most noticeable exhibits as you enter the expo is the Gibbon slackline area. Right off the bat, you see kids and adults walking, jumping and even flipping on a narrow pieces of webbing stretched between two poles. This is called slacklining, which has also evolved into tricklining. Slacklining began in the

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Located along the edge of the Rocky Mountain Foothills in South Boulder Colorado is the popular neighborhood of Table Mesa.  This community features stunning mountain views, a mix of luxury, new and older style single family homes, larger lots, and a thriving commercial district.  With easy access to the Denver via Route 36 and Golden via Highway 93, the Table Mesa Neighborhood is perfect for people who love being close to Downtown Boulder but also like to get out and travel as well.

The Bear - Humane Society of Boulder Valley's Cat of the Week

Boulder Home Source would like to introduce you to an adorable domestic shorthair purebred cat named The Bear.  The Bear is an 8 lb. female who is about ten years old and has a nice shiny black coat.  This loving cat likes to make friends with people but would do best in a home without other animals.  The Bear would be great companion for someone looking for an active but older feline friend who loves to talk.  The Bear loves her toys and especially loves to cuddle.  Background information on The Bear depicts her as a real character that has a distinctive personality.  If you are interested in meeting The Bear please visit the Humane Society of Boulder Valley and reference her ID

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The Pearl Street Mall and surrounding streets in Boulder were teaming with families all decked out in their best costumes for the annual Munchkin Masquerade this Halloween.  This event is a ton of fun for families of all ages, but caters especially well to families with small children.  Personally, I liked the fact that this event is held early on in the day, which means the normally packed pedestrian mall was not too crowded with older folks looking for nightlife.  This left plenty of room for the little tikes to run about from store to store collecting their sweet treats…and believe me that’s just what they did!

Check out my short video from this year’s 2012 Munchkin Maquerade in Downtown Boulder!

Kids dressed as firefighters,

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