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Penny-farthing Paul
Paul Brekus, a 72-year-old Westminster resident, enjoys riding his penny-farthing bicycle, delighting passersby and documenting his rides using the Strava app. Despite its challenging design, he has logged over 200,000 miles, promoting outdoor activity and inspiring others to enjoy nature throughout Westminster's extensive trail network.
Cast Your Vote in the ‘Leave No Trace’ Spring Photo Contest
The "Leave No Trace" Spring Photo Contest has selected ten finalists from over 200 submissions. Voting will decide the top three winners, who will receive various prizes, including a deluxe glamping package and recreation center passes. The contest highlights a community's appreciation for Westminster's natural beauty and its commitment to conservation.
Submit Your Best Shots in the ‘Leave No Trace’ Spring Photo Contest
Westminster is blooming with beauty every spring, and we want to see it through your lens! Submit your best spring photos of Westminster — whether it’s flowers, landscapes, or moments of local life — and you could win exciting prizes in our Leave No Trace Spring Photo Contest. The contest is open to all, so grab your camera and start snapping.
Paddle Smart: Staying Safe on Standley Lake
On a beautiful summer day at Standley Lake, paddleboarding is a popular activity surrounded by stunning Rocky Mountain views. Safety precautions are crucial, such as checking the weather, wearing a personal flotation device, and using a leash. Awareness of potential dangers and having emergency measures in place enhances enjoyment for all paddleboarders.
Sleigh All Day: Sledding at City Park
Westminster’s City Park is a popular winter destination, attracting residents with sleds, skis, and snowboards for exhilarating snow activities. Parks Director Tomás Herrera-Mishler emphasizes the importance of sledding in creating family memories. For those preferring warmth, the City Park Fitness Center offers massages, a steam room, sauna, and hot tub.
Westy Craft Brew Fest 2023 in Photos
Westy Craft Brew Fest was a huge success, with beer samples from over 35 regional breweries while enjoying live music, food trucks, and unparalleled vistas of the Front Range from the City Park Soccer Fields.
Cast Your Vote in our ‘Leave No Trace’ Summer Photography Contest
Take a look at the 10 finalists below and read comments from the photographers themselves about how they got the shot and where they like to enjoy Westminster's natural beauty.
New Bald Eagle Nesting Platform Installed at Standley Lake
Standing over 40 feet tall with excellent views of the western side of the park, the nesting platform provides a stable place for the eagles to build a nest that is more resilient to the high winds that have caused their nest to fail repeatedly over the past few years.
City of Westminster Launches Leave No Trace Initiative
Westminster emphasizes the importance of preserving its natural resources by partnering with Leave No Trace, promoting environmental stewardship through community involvement and a commitment to protect local parks and open spaces.
Big Improvements Coming to Big Dry Creek
Phase two of construction at Big Dry Creek near City Park is expected to begin late fall. As frequent trail users already know, construction has been underway in the area since late 2020, but 2023 marks a new milestone as the sewer improvement project wraps up and the streambank restoration project begins. Here’s everything you need to know about the projects happening along Big Dry Creek.