photos by Jared Boyd

Fall storms result in nearly 8,000 cfs on the Animas River; boaters flock to water

Dan Laham surfs Santa Rita on the Animas River on Saturday. Silas Hatch and Dan Laham watch as Rick Franken drops in from a short cliff under the Santa Rita bridge. Akayaker waits beneath the Camino del Rio bridge for his turn to surf Santa Rita hole. Onlookers gawk as Bill Grasse readies for another run on the Animas.

 

In this week's issue...

June 4, 2026
Tougher on trash

As human-bear conflicts rise, new state law targets ‘knowingly’ allowing attractants

June 4, 2026
Redefining the business of art

Colorado’s new A Corp model helps creatives retain control while attracting investment
 

May 28, 2026
Quick 'n' Dirty

Help for the Demon Bridge, Highway 550 N closure, and fire mitigation falls off