Time to whip out that straw hat, crawl into your patch-work denim coveralls and head out to the garden. It’s harvest time. Whether it’s a few tomato plants staked up along the fence or an acre-huge cornucopia, folks are out collecting the fruits of their labor. And after a
long, hot summer of watering, weeding and micro-managing, the abundance of nourishment is now available en masse. Here’s a look:
long, hot summer of watering, weeding and micro-managing, the abundance of nourishment is now available en masse. Here’s a look:
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- Freshly canned goods await the hungry at a “harvest share” at Durango Natural Foods.
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- A robust chard leaf loads up on sunshine at the Fort Lewis Environmental Center’s eco-demonstration garden.
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- Nothing says “harverst season” more than a gourd-filled cart.
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- A close-up look at the subtle intricacies of a sunflower.
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- Brooke Frazer harvests brussel sprouts at Elk Park Ranch.
In this week's issue...
- December 18, 2025
- Let it snow
Although ski areas across the West have taken a hit, there’s still hope
- December 18, 2025
- Look, but don't take
Lessons in pottery theft – and remorse – from SW Colorado
- December 11, 2025
- Big plans
Whole Foods, 270 apartments could be coming to Durango Mall parcel