Boulder

Community Description
(See community links below for additional information.)

Cresting over the hill on Highway 36 into Boulder, it is easy to see why this intriguing town has been dubbed “the city nestled between the mountains and reality.” At 5,430 feet above sea level, acres of vast open space roll into Boulder’s quaint cityscape tucked into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Founded in 1868 as a supply town for the mining communities further up the canyons, Boulder grew into the civic and commercial hub of Boulder County. Boulder is known for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, natural product retailers and restaurants, outstanding alternative transportation options, diverse businesses, and technological and academic resources. It was also voted #1 in "The Smartest Cities in America" by Forbes in February, 2008.

Demographics

• Boulder consists of a community of 95,000 residents that embrace a healthy, culturally-enriched lifestyle.
• Boulder is located in Boulder County which has a population of 282,304.

Education

• The Boulder Valley School District consists of four high schools and over ten elementary and middle schools.
• Boulder also offers private schooling with five private schools.
• The University of Colorado's flagship campus is located in Boulder, and the intellectual and entrepreneurial spirit of the city has manifested into one of the most progressive and visionary locales in the country.
• Naropa University is also located in Boulder.

Local Attractions

• Boulder is surrounded by more than 31,000 acres of recreational open space and nature preserves.
• There are ample opportunities for hiking, biking and rock climbing. Many of the trails start at the edge of the city, while others are just a short drive away.
• World-class rock climbing is found in nearby Eldorado Canyon.
• There are also high quality climbing routes available in the city open space, including climbing routes of varying difficulty on the Flatirons themselves.
• Catch a glimpse of some of Boulder's furry and feathery residents while strolling through the 200 acres of open space, people watch at an outdoor café on the Pearl Street Mall, or experience the beauty and tranquility of a one-of-a-kind Persian Teahouse.

Location

• Boulder is located just 35 minutes northwest of Denver off of Highway 36.

Community Links

HEATHCARE IN BOULDER

HOSPITALS
Boulder Community Hospital
Centennial Peaks Hospital (9 miles)
Centura Health-Avista Adventist Hospital (9 miles)
Devereux Cleo Wallace (12 miles)
Locate a Doctor

CLINICS
People’s Clinic
Boulder Medical Center
List of Boulder Physicians

LIFESTYLES IN BOULDER

DEMOGRAPHICS
http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/files/Demography/pdf/demography02.pdf
           
SCHOOLS
http://bvsd.org/default.aspx
http://www.colorado.edu/
http://www.naropa.edu
           
EMPLOYERS
http://www.wfbc.org/jobs/jobseeker1.htm
http://www.boulder-colorado-living.com/jobs/

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
http://www.boulderchamber.com/
           
TOWN WEBSITE
http://www.ci.boulder.co.us/

COUNTY
http://www.bouldercounty.org/
           
REAL ESTATE – View homes for free before you do a site visit!
Go to Zillow.com to learn about all the homes for sale in Boulder.

LOCAL NEWSPAPERS
http://www.bcbr.com/
http://www.boulderweekly.com/
http://www.coloradodaily.com/
http://www.dailycamera.com/

TOURIST AND RECREATION WEBSITES
http://www.banjobilly.com
http://www.theatreinboulder.com
http://www.boulderteahouse.com
http://www.boulderdowntown.com/
http://www.totalboulder.com/resources/52.html
http://parks.state.co.us/parks/eldoradocanyon
          
TOWNS NEARBY
El Dorado Springs (5 miles)
Louisville (9 miles)
Lafayette (11 miles)
Denver (28 miles)

AIRPORTS
Fort Collins-Loveland Airport (35 miles)
Denver International Airport (43 miles)

TRANSPORTATION
http://www.rtd-denver.com/

SKIING IN COLORADO, FROM BOULDER
Eldora (20 miles)
Loveland (56 miles)