Keanu Alapai
Outdoors & Environment Columnist
A lifelong resident of the area, Keanu Alapai has spent years hiking, fishing, and documenting the local environment. He transitioned from a career in environmental education to journalism to share his passion for the outdoors with a wider audience. His columns blend natural history, personal reflection, and reporting on conservation efforts. Keanu's work has been praised for making environmental issues personal and accessible, inspiring readers to connect with their local ecosystem. He often profiles local conservationists, park rangers, and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Breckenridge Backstage Theatre Names John O'Connor Director of Production
Just as the curtain prepares to rise on its summer season, the Breckenridge Backstage Theatre has appointed Breckenridge native John O'Connor as its new director of production, according to SummitDail
Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read
Colorado mountain summers warming, increasing wildfire risk
As of June 16, 2026, every acre of Colorado is at least abnormally dry, according to Kiowa County Press .
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read
El Niño officially arrives, boosting Colorado's moisture forecast
Sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific's Niño 3.
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Gold Hill Trail Closes Monday for Urgent Erosion Repairs
Starting Monday, June 22, the popular 1.
Jun 21, 2026 · 2 min read
What are Summit County's geological formations and ecosystems?
The Breckenridge mining district, a small corner of Summit County, once yielded approximately $300 million worth of metals, according to the Colorado Geological Survey .
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Summit Historical Society Explores Dillon Reservoir's Submerged Past
Over 320 graves, along with the 1883 Dillon Schoolhouse, were meticulously moved from the valley floor before the waters of the Dillon Reservoir submerged the original town forever.
Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Keystone Snowboarding TikTok Trail Trend Emerged
Five years ago this week, a single 15-second TikTok video featuring a previously obscure snowboarding line at Keystone Resort triggered a 250% surge in daily traffic to that specific area.
Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read
What Are Summit County's Hidden Trails for Hiking and Biking?
Ohio isn't typically known for dramatic waterfalls, but in Summit County, the 75-foot Brandywine Falls plunges into a scenic gorge.
Jun 18, 2026 · 4 min read
Summer Activities and Events in Summit County
While Summit County's winter slopes draw millions, I often trade skis for a paddleboard on Lake Dillon, or a snowboard for a golf club at 9,600 feet.
Jun 18, 2026 · 2 min read
Your Guide to Summit County Summer Festivals
Summit County Council recently approved a $180,000 grant for Canyons Village's new 'Boundless' festival, aimed at external marketing.
Jun 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Summit County Film Commission Hosts Mixer to Boost Local Industry
On June 15, 2026, the Theatre SilCo Performing Arts Center will host an unusual gathering.
Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Kills Uncollared Wolf Linked to Sheep Attacks
Colorado has already approved over $1.
Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Bennet Reveals 2026 Plan for Housing, Healthcare, and Childcare
Senator Bennet's newly unveiled platform proposes a $50 billion federal investment in affordable housing, aims to cap healthcare premiums at 8.
Jun 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Colorado fights federal orders keeping coal plants open
The Trump administration's emergency order to keep an aging coal plant in Craig, Colorado, operating is estimated to cost almost $80 million annually, despite its scheduled retirement in late 2025, ac
Jun 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Summit County to Enact Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Amid High Danger
Starting Saturday, June 6, every spark and flame in unincorporated Summit County will be under scrutiny.
Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read
Silverthorne awards $40,000 in business improvement grants
Silverthorne's Town Council recently approved $40,000 in business improvement grants, a mere 7% of the nearly $600,000 available in the program's total fund, according to Summit Daily and Summit Count
Jun 8, 2026 · 2 min read
Leashing Your Dog Remains Crucial for Public Safety
A Maltipoo named Emmi was killed by two off-leash pit bulls in St.
Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Mama bear breaks car windows, steals backpacks at campsite
Near Breckenridge, a mother bear did not just raid a cooler; she deliberately smashed a car's rear windows to retrieve two backpacks at a campsite on Boreas Pass Road, according to SummitDaily .
Jun 7, 2026 · 2 min read
Frisco police arrest suspect in 1998 cold case sexual assault
After 26 years, a 16-year-old girl's attacker in Frisco, Colorado, has finally been identified and arrested, thanks to a DNA breakthrough.
Jun 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Top 4 Top Rated Restaurants in Summit City for 2026
In 2026, a tiny, unassuming bistro in Summit City's historic district, celebrated for its daily-changing menu based on local farm deliveries, outranked a Michelin-starred establishment from a neighbor
Jun 5, 2026 · 5 min read