There’s no doubt that Denver has just as many transplants as born-and-raised locals. In fact, meeting a tried and true Denverite is somewhat like meeting a unicorn. They’re most certainly a rare breed. But whether you’ve lived in the Mile High City all your life or just joined the party, here are 20 things every Denverite has done at least once. And as Dr. Seuss would say, “If you never did you should. These things are fun and fun is good.”

1. Stood in awe of the view from the atrium at the fabulous Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
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2. Lazed away a summer day at one of our 250 urban parks.
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3. Savored a summer night with the Rockies at Coors Field.
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4. Been a part of the Broncos Nation.
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5. Loafed around under the canopy of lights at Larimer Square.
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6. Experienced the magic of Red Rocks.
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7. Endured surprise spring snow falls.
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8. Gotten caught in a summer rainstorm.
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9. Been rewarded with a double rainbow.
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10. Visited one (or all) of Colorado's 42 state parks and four national parks.
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11. Driven up the highest paved road in North America.
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The Mount Evans Scenic Byway climbs over 7,000 feet in 28 miles, reaching an impressive 14,130 feet of elevation at the summit.
12. Spent a glorious autumn day enjoying the fall foliage...
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...and avoiding goose droppings.
13. Strolled around City Park at dusk.
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14. Cruised around town on a bike.
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15. Had a local craft brew.
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Did you know Colorado is home to over 200 craft breweries?
16. Been down what Playboy called "the longest, wickedest street in America."
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17. Helped the homeless.
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18. Marveled at the Blossoms of Light at the Denver Botanic Gardens during the holidays.
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19. Devoured tacos and burritos by the dozens.
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20. Smothered something in green chile.
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(Or more accurately: Smothered everything in green chile.)

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