May’s weather left the Denver area’s rivers at high levels, signaling an extended season ahead for the rafting business.
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Yoga brand poised for national expansion
A Boulder yoga chain is stretching into new markets with two new studios on the way and several more in the works.
Adventurer takes on lead role in new state office
After climbing the world’s highest peaks, an outdoorsman is taking on his next big challenge: navigating the state government.
Thornton gym swaps brands
Returning to its original brand, a Thornton gym is set for renovations and upgrades. And its owner is weighing the possibility of a second location.
Stapleton gym kicks off $3M expansion
A large Stapleton gym and sports facility is bulking up even more with a $3 million 33,000-square-foot addition.
Rain dampens golf course revenue
Courses in Lakewood and Denver have seen a drop in rounds this month, but the rain clouds have come with a silver lining.
CrossFit gym beefs up with second space
Maxing out its current facility, a LoDo CrossFit gym is expanding into what it sees as the next up-and-coming neighborhood: RiNo.
Skiers swarm A-Basin, marking new record
With recent snowfall and the closure of many other area slopes, Arapahoe Basin eclipsed its most-visited day by 15 percent over the weekend.
Vail taps new mountain planner
A ski resort planner who got his start with Vail as a college intern is filling the role of mountain planner for two Denver resorts.
Robots invade Denver gym scene
The tech boom is pushing a software-oriented gym concept into Denver. A software engineer is launching a 14th Avenue fitness franchise that will include computerized machines to customize workouts.