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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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A Brief History of the X Games

Rachel Rasmussen February 5, 2020

Sponsored Content In 1993, ESPN decided to create an event dedicated to the gathering of international action sports athletes. This event, called the Extreme Games, was announced at a press conference...

A Way to Bike in the Snow

A Way to Bike in the Snow

Rachel Rasmussen February 5, 2020

Sponsored Content Mountain biking is a big part of the outdoor culture of Fort Collins and Colorado. But the minute the snow begins to fall it can be difficult to safely bike in the mountains, leaving...

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing

Rachel Rasmussen January 29, 2020

Sponsored Content Living in Colorado during its winter months means getting the opportunity to try a variety of different winter sports and activities. One that may not be as well known as skiing and...

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Tips for Surviving Winter

Rachel Rasmussen January 29, 2020

Sponsored Content By Laura Studley Hot chocolate is hot, but these tips for surviving Colorado winters are hotter. Moisturize and Hydrate Your skin will get dry in the winter. It's inevitable. Make...

Tips for Snowboarding Beginners

Tips for Snowboarding Beginners

Rachel Rasmussen January 29, 2020

Sponsored Content By Laura Studley Proper Gear You want to make sure your boots fit well or you will be very uncomfortable when on the slopes. Layers are a must. Your snowboard shouldn’t be too tall,...

Ski Tips for Beginners

Ski Tips for Beginners

Rachel Rasmussen January 29, 2020

Sponsored Content We are now right in the middle of Colorado’s prime ski and snowboard months, which means the slopes, parking lots and highways are packed. And if you’re one of five people in this...

Alternative Baking Ingredients

Alternative Baking Ingredients

Rachel Rasmussen December 10, 2019

Sponsored Content The holidays are a time for stuffing your face full of delicious food and loosening your belt once you’re done. However, if you are really trying to watch what you eat but still want...

How to Make a 3D Paper Snowflake

How to Make a 3D Paper Snowflake

Rachel Rasmussen December 10, 2019

Sponsored Content By Laura Studley What you need: Scissors Glue stick or tape Optional: Thread or thin string Step 1: Make six identical squares Step 2: Fold one square diagonally...

Games to Play Based Off TV Shows

Games to Play Based Off TV Shows

Rachel Rasmussen December 10, 2019

Sponsored Content If you find yourself stuck inside your house over the holidays because the weather is too cold or there’s too much snow don’t waste your day lounging around. Instead spend it playing...

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Winter Movies to Watch When it’s Snowing

Rachel Rasmussen December 10, 2019

Sponsored Content By Laura Studley A CHRISTMAS STORY A wholesome movie about a kid, his Red Ryder air rifle and his struggles navigating adolescence. ELF Born a human living in an elf world, Buddy...

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Nonprofit Raises Awareness for Mental Health

Rachel Rasmussen December 3, 2019

Sponsored Content By Laura Studley Active Minds is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising mental health awareness among college students since 2003. Seeking to build stronger families and communities...

Best Foods to Help with Stress

Best Foods to Help with Stress

Rachel Rasmussen December 3, 2019

Sponsored Content By Laura Studley AVOCADOS AND BANANAS Both of these are rich in potassium. Potassium helps regulate the body’s fluid balance, muscle contractions and nerve signals. A high-potassium...

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