OUTDOOR REPORT

LEAF SEASON

We’re on the doorstep of one of Colorado’s best shows: leaf season. Any day now, the hillsides and forests will trade their greens for brilliant yellows, oranges, and reds, a sure sign fall has arrived. Crisp mornings, golden afternoons, and cooler evening - what can be better.

Peak color doesn’t last long, but that’s part of the magic. Check out the fall foliage map (complete with peak color predictions)to help plan your adventures.

FISHING

If you’re heading out there this week, no need to rush out of the house at the crack of dawn. The best action has been between 9am and 1pm, thanks to consistent blue wing olive and trico hatches. With fall on the horizon, water temps are staying cool all day, so no need to rush.

When you’re on the river, remember the ol’ saying: foam is home. Fish are stacking up in foam lines, foam pools, and the shallow riffles, looking for a couple more big meals before the freeze sets in.

Fall is one of the most enjoyable times to fish. Cooler temps, less crowds, and more water to yourself to enjoy.

Recommended flies:

• Blue-Wing Olive (BWO) Sparkle Dun, size 18–20 – A great match for the morning hatch.

• Trico Spinner, size 20–22 – Fish this in the foam lines during late morning.

• Pheasant Tail Nymph, size 18–20 – A reliable subsurface option if the fish aren’t looking up.

SNOW

Sounds crazy, I know, but ski season isn’t terribly far away. In fact, just last week some of the mountains got a nice little dusting of that white powdery stuff. A little teaser to remind you it won’t be long until we’re pulling the boots, skis, and boards out of the garage.

First up in the mountain opening queue: Wolf Creek is eyeing the end of October, followed by local favorite Arapahoe Basin the first week of November. 

THE BRIEFING

Sunrise 6:37 AM
Sunset 7:20 PM
Fire Bans - Yes, Stage 1
Clear Creek Status - Green Flag, Open to All Uses

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Celebrate New Terrain Brewing 9th year anniversary with the staples that made them famous: good beers, toe tapping jams, and epic views. No cover charge for the entire weekend of festivities, so come on down and celebrate with one of the best in the biz.

TUESDAY

Bob’s Atomic Burgers, Golden- Golden high school Golf Team Fundraiser, 5-8pm. Support

Virginia Canyon, Idaho Springs- JeffCo Mountain Bike Club Weekly Ride, 5:30pm. Send it

Green Mountain Brewery, Lakewood- Weekly Run Club, 6pm. Run, then beers

Gnarly’s Theater, Golden- Trickster Tuesday Family Magic Show, 7-9pm. Laughs

WEDNESDAY

Morris & Mae, Golden- Golden Startup Coffee, 9-11am. Register

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Bike demo days w/ Mondraker Bikes, 2-7pm. Try before ya buy

Miners Saloon, Golden- Live music Wednesdays, 6-9pm.

Cannonball Creek Brewery, Golden- Open Mic Night, 6pm-Midnight. Show off 

THURSDAY

Silver Arrows, Evergreen- Mountains of Pawn showcase of vintage treasures. One of a kind

Center for the Arts, Evergreen- Exhibition: Rocky Mountain National Watermedia, 4-7pm. More info

Golden Library, Golden- Lego Builders, 4:14-5:15pm. Stop by

Mountain Home, Evergreen- Annual Ladies Night Fall Fashion Show, 5-8pm. Dust off your boots

Runner’s Roost, Golden- Weekly Run Club, meet at 6pm

BP Run Co, Wheat Ridge- Weekly run club, starting at 6pm. Lace ‘em up

Buffalo Rose, Golden- That Arena Rock Show, 8pm. Classic RocknRoll

Cactus Jack’s Saloon, Evergreen- Thank you Thursday. Locals get 10% off all day while the kitchen is open, and a great warm up for Open Mic Night 👇️ 

Cactus Jack’s Saloon, Evergreen- Almost Famous Open Mic Night, starting at 7pm

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Waderfest ‘25, 9th Anniversary weekend of beer & music. Jam packed

FRIDAY

The Golden Mill, Golden- Rooftop Yoga, 9:30-10:30am. Rain or Shine

Cheese Ranch Artisan Deli, Golden- Fondue Friday, 5pm. Call ahead to reserve

Goosetown Station, Golden- Dorado in concert, 6:30-9:30pm. Let’s Dance

Aspen Peak Cellars, Bailey- Alpine Night w/ The Austrian Connection Band, 6-8:30pm. From the mountaintop

Center for the Arts, Evergreen- Summer Concert: the 3eatles, 7-9pm. High energy rock

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- Brother John in concert, 8pm. New Orleans Jam

Silver Arrows, Evergreen- Mountains of Pawn showcase of vintage treasures. One of a kind

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Waderfest ‘25, 9th Anniversary weekend of beer & music. Jam packed

SATURDAY

Elk Meadows, Evergreen- Bergen Peak Half Marathon Trail Race, 8am. Sign up here

Golden Library Parking Lot, Golden- Golden Farmers Market, 8am-1pm. Fresh

Parfet Park, Golden- Yoga in the Park, 9-10am.

The Ridge, Evergreen- The Ridge Neighborhood Garage Sale, 9am-1pm. Official website

Hiwan Park, Evergreen- Outdoor Yoga with Free Range Yoga, 9-10am. Stretch it out

Snowpack Taproom, Conifer- Saturday Morning Yoga, 10-11am. Flow state

Wheat Ridge- Mid-Century and Modern Home Tours 2025, 10am-2pm. Step inside

Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Golden- Fall Market supporting Foothills Animal Shelter, 10am-1pm. Fun filled

Golden City Brewery, Golden- GoldenFest annual fundraiser for the fire-rescue department, 11am-7pm. Good cause

Silver Arrows, Evergreen- Mountains of Pawn showcase of vintage treasures. One of a kind

State 38 Distilling, Golden- Cocktail Class: Old Salty Dog & Smoked Old Fashioned, 4pm. Get your tickets

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Waderfest ‘25, 9th Anniversary weekend of beer & music. Jam packed

Little Bear Saloon, Evergreen- Taylor Scott Band, 8-11pm. Americana

SUNDAY

Ascent Fly Fishing, Littleton- Streamside Entomology Seminar, Match the Hatch

Olde Town, Arvada- Farmers Market, 9am-1:30pm. Fresh produce and fun

The Golden Mill, Golden- Keg Conditioning w/ Unite Fitness, 9:30-10:30am. Real Strength

Golden Outpost, Golden- Country Market, 10am-3pm. Yeehaw

South Golden- SOGO Brewery Bike Crawl, 11am-3pm. Pedal Safe

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Board Game Night, 5pm-close. Have fun

MONDAY

Golden Game Guild, Golden- Teach Me to Play Mondays, 6-9pm. Learn new games

New Terrain Brewing Co, Golden- Yoga on Tap 🧘 Yoga from 6-7pm, beers anytime. Get your ticket

View of South Park from Kenosha Pass, before Highway 285 was even a thought and trains were the only way. ~1885

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