Category: Site News (Page 8 of 9)

The posts bring attention to new site features or useful updates to features that already existed.

Congrats to the winners of our Late-Season Snow Contest!

June 6, 2017 / Ben Castellani

Thanks to those of you whom participated in our Late-Season Snow Contest. The goal of the competition was to predict the amount of snow that would accumulate in Boulder from April 12 to May 31, 2017. In this post we review the entries, discuss the snow storms that occurred during that seven-week window, and announce the winners!

“Late Season Snow” contest entries are in, winners to be determined May 31st

April 18, 2017 / Ben Castellani

Thanks to everyone who entered our “2017 Late Season Snow” contest. We briefly review the entries. Not surprisingly, most of you are less than optimistic for additional snowfall by the end of May.

CONTEST: How much MORE snow will Boulder see this winter season?

April 7, 2017 / Ben Castellani

*This contest is now closed to entries. Keep an eye out as we’ll be doing more contests in the future*

We provide a brief climatology for late-season snowfall in Boulder and then pose the question…”How much more snowfall will Boulder see in the 2016-17 snow season?” Submit your guess for a chance at several prizes. Those who get closest to the exact amount win. Read on for all the details.

The BoulderCAST Livecam is in need of a new home! (Updated)

March 8, 2017 / Ben Castellani

As the literal sun sets on another beautiful day in northeast Colorado, the sun is also figuratively setting on the current positioning of the BoulderCAST Livecam. As such, we’re actively searching for a new location to support our “eye to the sky” in Boulder. This is where you, our readers, can help out by providing the BoulderCAST Livecam a new home, whether it be in your backyard, condo balcony, or place of business! Please read on for more details.

“First Snow” contest entries are in! Now it’s a waiting game…

September 23, 2016 / Ben Castellani

Thanks to everyone who entered our “First Snow” contest. We briefly review the entries, which surprisingly follow closely with Boulder’s climatology.

CONTEST: When will Boulder’s first snow occur? Enter for a chance to win!

September 8, 2016 / Ben Castellani

We’re sorry, but the contest is now CLOSED to entries.

Are you eager for the first snow of the season? Have you already waxed your skis and purchased your Epic Pass? Our first big snow could be right around the corner. We provide a brief overview of Boulder’s first snowfall climatology and then pose a question…”When will Boulder’s first snow occur this year?” Submit your guess for not only a chance to win recognition among local weather enthusiasts, but prizes too. Those who get closest to the date of our first snow win. Read on for all the details.

Introducing NowCAST, our new real-time weather suite that includes a 24-hour forecast

May 7, 2016 / Ben Castellani

One of our most-requested features has consistently been to provide real-time weather forecasts and information. Today, we are happy to fill this void with the announcement of BoulderCAST LiveCAST, a real-time weather display and forecast product tailored specifically to the Boulder/Denver area. In fact, LiveCAST is already available! Read on for all the details.

Announcing BoulderCAST Premium

April 4, 2016 / Ben Castellani

You’re favorite weather forecasting service is getting even better! We’re adding new site functionality and even more of the content you love. We’re excited to announce BoulderCAST Premium, our new subscription-based platform for weather enthusiasts and casual followers alike. Read on for all the details and learn how you can get the very best of BoulderCAST!