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Visit Six Flags Elitch Gardens
Take a rid on Twister II, an old-fashioned wooden coaster introduced to the park in 1995. That familiar clackety-clack will get
your heart racing, and the view of the Mile-High City from the top of the first 100-foot hill is breathtaking. Twister II is
a replica of the original Mr. Twister roller coaster that was built in 1965 and billed as "not having one foot of straight track."
They got that right.
Kelly's Note:
The park is literally in downtown Denver. Trust me, you can't miss it. Elitch's is not nearly as cool as some of the parks
in the Midwest, but has good rides and is worth a visit...for the views from the coasters alone.
303.595.4386
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Catch a Sugar High
Visit the Hammond's Candies factory and pick up a fresh Mitchell Sweet - this old-fashioned marshmallow covered in caramel
is Denver's finest homegrown treat. (And when you get them at the factory, the marshmallow center has the perfect amount of
squishiness.)
5735 North Washington Street, Denver
303.333.5588
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Picnic at Pine Valley Ranch
Throughout the early 20th century, many of Colorado's homesteading families settled here. Now a swath of its pastoral beauty is
designated open space. A trout-rich river runs through it; so, too, does the Narrow Gauge Trail, connecting the Pine Valley to the Pike
National Forest. Fish from one of the piers, learn about indigenous critters and botany at the Lookout Mountain Nature Center or, perhaps
best of all, just sit in the shade under the looming mountains and do nothing at tall.
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Buy a Popsicle at Sloan's Lake
This city park offers countless options for summer recreation: basketball courts, bicycle pathis, soccer fields and water skiing.
Visit one of the paleterias (popsicle and ice cream wagons) for a sweet respite on a hot day.
Kelly's Note:
Chris proposed to me on the southeast corner of this park. Aw!!!
Sloans's Lake Park
Sheridan Boulevard and West 17th Avenue
720.913.0696
Get Crazy at Casa Bonita
Cafeteria-style Mexican food gives way to an evening packed with over-the-top kitsch: cliff divers, silly skits, Black Bart's cave and an
old-school arcade. Bonus: never-ending sopaillas. (Hint for Parents: Eat beforehand and go for the show, the margs and the sopapillas.)
Kelly's Note:
Let us know if you go...I LOVE Casa Bonita! But do take the hint above. :)
6715 West Colfax Avenue, Lakewood
303.232.5115
Go Ape
Forget the depressing caged animals of your youth; today's Denver Zoo is all grown up. Don't forget to check out Primate
Panorama, with endangered gorillas and 29 species of primates.
City Park, Denver
303.376.4800
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Tour the Celestial Seasonings Factory
Thrity-five years ago, Mo Siegel started collecting herbs from the mountains in and around Boulder. Today his company
is the largest manufacturer of specialty hot teas in the United States. Tours are free - be sure to stop in the Mint Room, a
sinus-blasting locker where they store all the peppermint and spearmint.
4600 Sleepytime Drive, Boulder
303.581.1202
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Get Wet at the Downtown Aquarium
Dine while seated around a 15000 gallon fish tank or take in the sights and sounds of various exhibits. The Downtown Aquarium
also features way more than fish; check out the rattlesnakes, birds, and a pair of Sumatran tigers!
303.561.4450
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Visit the Children's Museum
Denver's best hands-on experience for children newborn to age eight and their grown-ups is both educational and just plain
fun. Programs and playscapes are designed for newborns through age eight-year-olds and their adult caregivers.
303.433.7444
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