Trees

Colorado aspen trees are starting to change colors unusually early this year – despite the continued summer heat. Why is this happening? And how will it affect the thousands of leaf-peepers who drive to the high county to enjoy the fall colors? We explore the science behind why the aspens are popping early this year.

There's more going on in trees than what most of us may know. Experts explain the science of trees.

When the University of Colorado first opened in Boulder nearly 150 years ago, the campus had only a few trees. Today, it’s home to thousands, with dozens of different species. The university’s biannual tree tour invites visitors to explore the foliage on campus.

Colorado winters can be tough on the trees in our yards. But experts say a little bit of extra care during the next few months will help your trees make it to spring. We’ll have tips to keep your trees healthy this winter, on today’s In The NoCo.

There are dozens of conservation groups across the Mountain West working to protect the waters, lands and wildlife that make up the region. That includes a nonprofit in Nevada that is helping preserve an important tree species that’s increasingly threatened by climate change.

The federal government recently proposed changes to the way it manages forestlands – a plan that would elevate conservation of old and mature forests facing increasing threats.

Fort Collins is rolling out its first comprehensive plan to manage trees in the city – and officials want to hear from residents about how to do that well.

As the fall colors start to fade and leaves drop to the ground, it's a common habit to bag them up – but those leaves can be very beneficial to the environment.

A brewery in the Mountain West is partnering up with a climate organization on a tree-themed beer – all with the bigger goal of saving trees.

Fall officially starts this Saturday - and with it, the leaf-peeping season that draws thousands of tourists into Colorado's high country to marvel at the vibrant fall colors. On today's episode of In the NoCo, we hear from forest expert Dan West, also known as 'Mr. Aspen,' on what we can expect from the fall foliage this year.