☀️ Dirt Roads North of the Reservoir – Low traffic, open skies, and great sun exposure. Plus, you might spot some elite runners training out there.

🏃‍♀️ Bobolink Trail & South Boulder Creek Path – A solid choice with minimal icy spots and easy connections to other paths for extra mileage.

⛰️ Gold Hill Loop – A challenging but rewarding run with big climbs (3,400 ft gain!) and stunning winter scenery.

🚴 Marshall Road to Bobolink to South Boulder Creek Trail – A smooth route with great views and plenty of space to stretch out your run.

🌄 Boulder Valley Ranch & Eagle Trail – If you don’t mind some dirt trail mixed in, these options give you direct access to open spaces with wide, runnable paths.

📍 Wonderland Lake to the Reservoir – Start at Wonderland Lake, take the underpass on 36, and loop around the Rez for a perfect midweek long run.

📍 Coot Lake & Altona Grange Dirt Roads – Minimal traffic, scenic farmland views, and a good mix of pavement and dirt.

📍 West Magnolia Trails – If you like running on packed snow, this area is a hidden gem for winter trail runners.

📍 Old Tale Road to Bear Creek Path to Boulder Creek Path – A connect-the-dots route that hits some of Boulder’s best running paths with few stops and plenty of sun.

✅ Time it right – Mornings can be icy, so late morning/early afternoon is your best bet for clear roads.

✅ Watch the wind – Some areas (like the roads north of the Rez) can get brutally windy—check the forecast before heading out.

✅ Be seen – Shorter days mean more runs in low light. Wear bright colors or a headlamp if running early or late.

✅ Consider spikes – If you’re tackling steeper routes or shaded trails, traction devices can save you from a surprise slip.

Monday, February 17

🎥 Banff Mountain Film Festival – Stunning adventure films on the big screen @ Boulder Theater, 7-10 p.m. ($27 per night, $75 for all three nights)

🖼 BRAVA! An Homage to Women in the Visual Arts – A celebration of female artists @ Boulder Public Library (Free, ongoing through March 1)

🎨 Concurrent Exhibitions: Brenda Stumpf & Lanny DeVuono – Thought-provoking visual art @ Nick Ryan Gallery (Free, weekdays through Feb. 28)

Tuesday, February 18

🧠 Smarty Party Trivia Night – Fun prizes, drinks, and a battle of wits @ Avanti F&B, 7:30 p.m. (Free)

🎶 Tuesday Tunes at The Local – Live music in a cozy neighborhood spot @ The Local, 7-9 p.m. (Free)

Boulder Fire-Rescue is hosting free Hands-Only CPR training starting Feb. 27! It’s quick, easy, and could literally save a life.

📍 Where: Boulder Fire-Rescue Station 3

📅 When: Monthly sessions, 4-6:30 p.m.

👥 Who: Open to community members 18+

Spots are limited, so sign up before they fill up! 💪 Register here

Today: Snowy & cold ❄️🌡 High: 31°F | Low: 10°F 💨 NE winds at 6 mph – Expect steady snowfall, so bundle up and watch for slick roads!

Tuesday, Feb. 18: AM clouds, PM sun ⛅🌡 High: 20°F | Low: 3°F 💨 NE winds at 6 mph – A frigid start, but sunshine peeks through later in the day.

Wednesday, Feb. 19: Partly cloudy 🌤 High: 18°F | Low: 10°F 💨 ENE winds at 5 mph – Still chilly, but no major storms in sight.

Thursday, Feb. 20: Partly cloudy 🌤 High: 30°F | Low: 20°F 💨 NE winds at 5 mph – A slow climb out of the deep freeze.

Friday, Feb. 21: Partly cloudy 🌤 High: 40°F | Low: 22°F 💨 ENE winds at 4 mph – A bit of warmth creeps in, just in time for the weekend!

🥶 Stay warm out there, Boulder!

Whether you’re bundling up for a winter run, catching a live show, or testing your trivia skills this week, Boulder’s got something to keep you moving. And hey, if you’ve got a favorite winter route we missed, hit reply and let us know!

Stay warm, stay active, and we’ll catch you next time. 🏃‍♂️❄️

— The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 🏔️🐝