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Hiking in Boulder
by Joseph Kovack
One of Boulder’s greatest attractions is the multitude of hiking trails available within the city limits. The city of Boulder’s Open Space and Mountain Parks department protects and preserves over 45,000 acres of land and 144 miles of trails. Their mission is to sustain these open spaces in Boulder for future generations to enjoy. With the OSMP maintaining the trails and hikers respecting the land by staying on the trails, each trail offers great hikes with scenic views for all levels of hiking experience and intensity.
A must stop for any newcomer to Boulder and even the hiking veteran; Chautauqua Park supplies beautiful scenery with plenty of trails for every skill level. Located on Baseline road at 9th street, Chautauqua Park has lots of open fields for playing frisbee or any leisure activity, and the auditorium has many concerts throughout the summer. Just south of the Chautauqua Auditorium, McClintock Trail is an easy to moderate hike and would be a good trail for anyone visiting Boulder or newly moved who hasn’t been acclimated to the elevation yet. The trail meanders along the forest before meeting up with Mesa trail that goes 6 miles through forests and fields at the base of Flatirons.
Another great moderate level hike is Mount Sanitas, located just west of 4th street on Mapelton Ave. This trail is a must for dog owners, but does become quite steep in some areas. There are a few other trails that branch of Sanitas, Dakota Ridge Trail to the east that is great for runners, Hawthorne Trail to the northeast which is a difficult and steep trail and East Ridge Trail to the northwest.
For a complete listing of trails in the Boulder area follow these links:
http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article...
http://www.trails.com/activity.aspx?area=12619
Mountain Biking
by Joseph Kovack
When it comes to Boulder and the outdoors, there are almost endless possibilities. Located at the base of the beautiful Flatiron Mountains, the city of Boulder supplies outdoor enthusiasts with a plethora of trails in the mountains and the surrounding plains. But though there are many trails, not every trail allows bicycle use. The reason behind this is that the city of Boulder wants to preserve as many trails as possible by curbing bike use on most of the public trails on the mountain. But mountain bikers fear not. There are many multi-use trails that allow mountain bike use for all skill levels from novice to seasoned veteran.
With miles of paved multi-use paths throughout boulder, when one wants to tackle more rugged terrain, a short trip to the mountains is in store. A nice moderate mountain bike tail within 10 mile of north Boulder is the Ceran St. Vrain trail. Take highway 36 north out of Boulder and turn left on LeftHand Canyon then follow the dirt road straight for around 4 miles until you see the sign for the tail and turn right. The trail is mostly through the woods and follows the St Vrain creek. Another great mountain bike trail is the Foothills Trail/ Boulder Valley Ranch Trail. This is a great ride for beginners and those who just want a beautiful scenic ride off road. Just one mile north of Boulder, take highway 36 north and turn on Longhorn road and drive until you see the Boulder Valley Ranch Open Space sign.
For a complete listing of Boulder-area mountain bike trails, go to these helpful websites:
http://www.trails.com/activity.aspx?area=12287
http://www.getboulder.com/sports/sports_bicycle.html
compiled by Angela Cotten
Coffee
Take a look at the feed of questions and it's easy to see: coffee and caffeine are a priority and necessity on and around the CU campus. Who does it the best? The votes are in for The Laughing Goat in Norlin Library. Fair trade coffee for the Boulder conscious and luscious lattes made with love make this convenient library cafe a hot spot for an afternoon of studying or a quick jolt between classes! Check out http://thelaughinggoat.com/ for more about this Resolving Door favorite.
Rides
Need a ride? The RTD bus system is fast, efficient, and unique to the metro area and a Resolving Door go-to for transportation and gettin' around town to all your favorite hot spots. Try the quick and easy BX, a nonstop Boulder to Denver route, or the BA "SkyRide", a straight shot to the airport, without having to hassle your friends for gas money. For a full list of routes and timetables, visit RTD's interactive website www.rtd-denver.com. Try the 'Trip Planner' link: they'll tell ya how to get from point A to point B using RTD!
Dorm Food
Our hungry dorm residents have spoken...and eaten: Sewall and Libby have the best dorm food on campus! Of the four different all-you-can-eat dining centers across main campus (check out the interactive map!) Libby's make-your-own-omelet and chef's station are tasty favorites in the wee hours, while Zeller's Convenient Store at Sewall is a one stop shop for snacks and goodies around the clock.
Best Happy Hour
Often strapped for cash but thirsty, the starving students at the Resolving Door head to The Med, our users' clear vote for best happy hour. Sip on dollar-off Sangria and enjoy half-price tapas from The Med's sprawling patio or bustling bar from 3:00-6:30 seven days-a-week. Visit www.themedboulder.com to get your mouth watering. For a worldly late-night fourth meal, try Hapa Sushi's late night happy hour from 10:00-midnight. With locations on both Pearl Street and the Hill, there's no better place to satisfy a sake/soy craving after hours. www.hapasushi.com
Printing on Campus
Got ink? Print those double-spaced, Times New Roman term papers at ease with helpful hints about the printing stations around campus liked by Resolving Door users. The print savvy prefer the Ink Spot in the UMC and the wireless printing services at the Libraries. Just make sure you have your Buff One Card: it might be convenient but it ain't free. Check out http://www.colorado.edu/cpi/remote/downloads.htm for info on how to print from YOUR computer. No more messy attachments!? What will the door swing open next?
iPhone vs. Android
The votes are in: Resolving Door users pick iPhones over Androids, despite AT&T's sketchy coverage on Buff game days, social holidays, an other network-heavy times. The iPhone's easy-to-use touchscreen let's you access resolvingdoor.com from the push of a browser, not to mention 'there's an app for that!', er, for everything. Jump on the band wagon. Seems there's a reason everything else is compared to it!
Buffing Up
Maybe it's the Colorado in us: CU students are active and always looking for a good sweat. The Recreation Center, sandwiched between Sewall and the football stadium in the center of campus, offers great facilities for students with ID's, faculty, and alumni. Whether it's a dip in the pool, a spin on the ice, or a climb on the elliptical machine after class, the Rec has state-of-the-art equipment and flexible hours leaving you no excuse to skip the gym! Check out the website http://www.colorado.edu/rec-center/ for hours and information.
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