Beyond The Hype: What To Expect When Moving To Colorado

The beautiful state of Colorado. It's home to world-class ski resorts, the Rocky Mountains, and dispensaries around every corner, right? Lots of people move to Colorado with more than a few misconceptions about what life here is really like.

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We asked you to tell us about some of the things people may not be ready for when they move to Colorado. We are keeping track of your answers in the photo gallery below.

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Life Lessons in Colorado

I have met more people who do not smoke pot in Colorado than those who do, yet people who move here expect to meet a bunch of stoners around every corner. I've met far more people who moved to Colorado at one time or another than natives who were born here. I've never seen a Bigfoot, although I kind of believe it's somewhere in Pitkin County.

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Cooking Lessons in Colorado

Some people discover that cooking for your family at home just isn't the same as it is elsewhere. This is not something unique to new residents. It can happen to anyone moving higher up anywhere in the state.

Let's dive into the many things you told us that some people may not be ready for when they move to Colorado. To add your answer to our list, tap this link, or hit the message button on our station app.