If Social Security personal retirement accounts had been availableto baby boomers, they would have substantially increased the babyboomers' net worth, especially among low-wealth families.Additionally, the gain in retirement security would be between$41,000 and $214,000 at age 65, in inflation-adjusted 2001 dollars.
Barr Lake State Park, 13401 Picadilly Road, Brighton The majestic baldies are gathering again at Barr Lake State Park to court, build nests, and raise and fledge young later this spring and summer; you can learn all about them at the park’s ninth annual Bald Eagle Festival. Although reservations for guided hikes fill up fast, you’ll find a sign-up page here; other events, such as kids make-and-take eagle crafts and live half-hour eagle shows by Nature’s Educators at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. are first come, first served. RSVP at 303-659-6005 before you visit; programs are free, but a park pass is required. Learn more here.