The next time you enjoy a gin martini you can thank this tree.
Michelle is back to talk about Juniperus scopulorum, otherwise known as Rocky Mountain Juniper, and why the female tree plays a defining role in producing your favorite gin.

Join Claire as she teams up with Addy from Kirk’s Flyshop to explore everything this pro line outfitter has to offer. From top-tier gear to unforgettable guided adventures for all skill levels, Kirk’s has it all. And the best part? Every trip is 100% GUARANTEED to catch a fish! 🎣

#fishinginthero...

After a day of snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park, Claire and Lauren Mollé return to Rocky Mountain Gateway to eat a delicious lunch at the Trailhead Restaurant.

With stunning views of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Trailhead Restaurant offers full-service dining year-round, serving ...

Sean, Michelle and John tackle the wind, snow and avalanche danger as they snowshoe to the frozen alpine lakes of Two Rivers Lake and Lake Helene.
These frozen alpine lakes gracefully sitting in front of the snowcapped Notchtop Mountain were an inspirational view to say the least.

We take you back to August 29, 1993 for the Annual Folks Festival at Stanley Fairgrounds in Estes Park. This raw un-edited footage was shot by Nick Mollé and features performances from rising bluegrass-country musician, Alison Krauss. The following year, the festival moved to Lyons, CO where it ...

Claire takes a guided Ice Fishing trip to Grand Lake, Colorado with Kirk Bien and his team at Kirks Flyshop, and quickly discovers they really mean it when they say "Guaranteed to Catch Fish"!

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned ice angler, Kirks' guided Grand Lake ice fishing trips are ...

Aspens turn to a golden hue. The sounds of elk bugles reverberate throughout the air. It's a perfect season for one of Estes Park's late-autumn traditions when a series of bands herald Autumn Gold – a festival of beer, brats and bands.

Winter in the Rockies, first under the sun, then under a full moon. The mountains never look the same twice.

Live broadcast of Day 2 of the Estes Park Skijor Competition.

Sunday, January 25th
Estes Park Events Complex - 1125 Rooftop Way
11:30am-4pm Skijor competition

Live broadcast of Day 1 of Estes Park Skijor Competition.

Saturday, January 24th
Estes Park Events Complex - 1125 Rooftop Way
11:30am-4pm Skijor competition

This program takes viewers into Australia’s remote and mysterious Northern Territory. Described by many as the “real Australia,” this is the land of crocodiles, wallabies, water buffalos, and massive numbers of avian inhabitants. Nick and his guest hosts take viewers face to face with them all in...

Brad Fitch, also known as "Cowboy Brad", has been performing music in Estes Park and beyond since the 1970s. In this episode, Brad performs his original song "I'm Not That Kind of Ranger", which details his experiences as a park ranger in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Claire From Estes discovers Skijoring, an event that is coming to Estes Park January 23-25,2026.

In this powerful episode of Building Community, viewers explore the vital role EVICS plays in keeping young families rooted in Estes Park amid rising costs and limited resources. Executive Director Rut Miller challenges the harmful notion that only those who can afford the town “deserve” to live ...

A search continues for a third mountain lion on Crosier Mountain following yesterday’s fatal incident. Our Claire Mollé spoke with Colorado Parks and Wildlife today about what may have contributed to the mountain lion attack, noting that encounters like this are extremely rare, as mountain lions ...

Nick Mollé shares some important tips on how you can stay safe in mountain lion territory.

We do live in the world of these magnificent creatures so take the proper precautions and Do Estes Right.

One of our longest and most beloved traditions here at the Rocky Mountain Channel — the annual Catch the Glow Parade!

Lauren and Claire Molle host the magical and snowy 2025 Catch the Glow Parade featuring colorful floats, music and Santa and Mrs. Claus!

Estes Park lit up for the 2025 Tree Lighting Ceremony, bringing the community together to celebrate the start of the holiday season. This recap video, hosted by Claire Mollé, showcases all the festivities including interviews with attendees, Santa and Mrs. Claus, tree lighting and a beautiful mar...

Claire and Lauren hit the slopes at Eldora for some skiing, snowboarding (well, kind of), carousel rides in Nederland, and they barely stayed upright ice skating, all while learning about sustainability in the lens of outdoor recreation. They had a blast, even without heat or warm running water a...

Biologist, Michelle Gibbons, shares some of the amazing fire adaptions of the Ponderosa Pine, and also finds a cute woodland creature that is common in Ponderosa Pine forests.

Nick explains how Lake Estes and the Horsetooth Reservoir in Fort Collins are connected.

On the evening of November 11, 2025, a solar storm brought the Aurora Borealis to much of the United States. This is footage we shot of this magnificent event in Estes Park.