The researchers found that even modest increases in aspen cover dramatically reduced the rate at which fires spread. Their findings suggest that aspen forests can act as natural firebreaks, which ...

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood celebrates his 60th birthday today. The Australian star has spoken candidly about his health battles over the years ...

Colorado researchers examine aspen trees as a mitigating factor in wildfire spread.

“Back in Time” is contributed by the Aspen Historical Society and features excerpted articles and images from past Snowmass Sun/Aspen Times issues. We can’t rewrite history, but we can learn from it!

Hugo Keenan's last-minute try wins a classic Test match and seals a series victory for the British and Irish Lions over Australia.

The picnic will be held at the Quaking Aspen Shelter at Potato Creek State Park on Sunday 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. While the event is free, there is a cost to enter the park.

A slew of Pentagon officials bowed out of the annual Aspen Security Forum at the last minute. Don’t read too much into it.

We walked past stands of quaking aspen, cypress, sugar pine, and solitary ridgetop limber pines. Eventually, we came to views of Leavitt Meadows and the alluvial West Walker River far below us.

As the Mountain Gardener, I often hear folks asking for trees that grow fast. You want shade, privacy, and beauty, and you want it sooner rather than later.

2. Aspen(Populus tremuloides) For those looking for a touch of mountain majesty, the Quaking Aspen is a great choice. While they prefer higher elevations, they can still do well here in Prescott ...

These territorial canines, who live and hunt in packs, were reintroduced to the national park 30 years ago. It’s good news for the park’s quaking aspen.

The quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) is one of Colorado’s most iconic trees and maybe its most dramatic. With smooth white bark, fluttering leaves that shimmer like confetti, and brilliant gold ...