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Aspen, Colorado is rightly famous for its skiing, but don\u2019t let this discourage you from visiting this fun place.  Aside from the famous skiing resorts that are only mainly available during winter, there are plenty of things to do around the area all year round. The variety of activities available in Aspen range from natural wonders to urban tours. Regardless of the season, you will find fun activities that you and your kids can enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This area is actually quite close to home for us, so we visit frequently. You can consider this the insiders guide by the locals. We have a couple of our favorite secret camping and hiking spots in this article just for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About Aspen, Colorado<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aspen, Colorado is the county seat of Pitkin County, in Colorado. Its name came from the many aspen trees in the area. Before being known as the ski resort town that it is today, Aspen, Colorado started as a small mining camp. It grew to a mining town as residents settled there during the Colorado Silver Boom of the 1880s. In the 1890s the panic of 1893 ended the boom but declined the town\u2019s population to less than 1000 by 1930. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the mid-twentieth century, Aspen shifted its economic base to skiing and tourism, helping it recover. During its ascend, celebrities, journalist Hunter Thompson, and singer John Denver all helped in getting this once little town back to its feet. Their statements saying that Aspen is a great place to live in greatly helped the town\u2019s economy and fortune. Today, as of the recent Census estimates, Aspen\u2019s population is at 7427.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

List of family-friendly things to do in Aspen.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Aspen Center for Environmental Studies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies is an environmental research center and outdoor nature center. Guided tours of the center\u2019s multiple facilities are available, and other activities range from lectures to birding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend trying the kids\u2019 program throughout the summer that varies from day camps to overnight programs. For the winter season, there are snowshoe tours among other activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n