SETTING THE STAGE
// editor’s letter
THE COLORADO
HOME LIFE STYLE Our connection begins with home.
TALK OF THE TOWN
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HEAD OUTSIDE THE BIRDS ARE CHIRPING, the sun is shining and Coloradans are eager to explore the great outdoors. Thatʼs right – itʼs finally summertime and we’re here to help make the most of the Centennial state’s spectacular summer season. The joy of dining al fresco adds a boost of serotonin and vitamin D. Plus, the fresh foods and drinks we discovered at some noteworthy spots on pg. 28 wonʼt disappoint. And it wouldn’t be summer without camping, but that doesn’t mean skimping on the gourmet goodies. Check out our culinary campside story on pg. 20. Even if you’re staying closer to home, creating an outdoor space that’s an extension of your actual home is key for summer entertaining. We’re talking backyard furnishing, outdoor kitchens, yard games, you name it – we have all the hardscapes and softscapes you need on pg. 30. Did you know there are summer camps in Colorado that have been operating for 100 years? These historic camps have survived WWII, The Great Depression and both global pandemics, and they’re still just as vibrant and vital today as they were a century ago. Learn all about their legacies on pg. 51. Speaking of camping, have you tried glamping? With luxurious linens, designer details, private chefs and curated excursions, it’s an experience like none other. Take a look at some of the top glamping spots that serve up the royal treatment on pg. 38.
E X P E R IE NC E D , T R U S T E D ADVI SOR.
As for what to wear, the quintessential Colorado wardrobe is about multifunctional outdoor apparel, taking you from hiking to happy hour, paddle boarding to patio dining, biking to backyard BBQs. Our summertime picks on pg. 58 will be your new go-tos. The importance of being in nature is never more apparent than at Camp Promise and Camp Wapiyapi. These inspirational camps offer a haven for kids with pediatric cancers and people with neuromuscular diseases. Read about their missions on pg. 62 and pg. 68.
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Finally, grabbing a coveted campsite reservation is nearly impossible these days, but we have lots of solutions for you with a new crop of camping apps to help you find and book the perfect spot on pg. 72. Regardless of your summer plans, get outside! We’re lucky to call Colorado home, where we have easy access to nature, so take advantage of where we live and breathe in the brillance of the summer season! With Gratitude,
Hillary Locke Mujica 10
june 2021 // AvidLifestyle
PHOTO: CHAD CHISHOLM
DELIVERING
