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NIST Boulder and WWV / WWVB Fort Collins Tour information

Tours of both the Boulder and Fort Collins facilities will take place in the morning and afternoon of Friday, March 3, 2023.

The tour sign-up is closed and all the tours are full or close to full.  Be sure to bring your ID.

The signup INCORRECTLY suggested arriving at 8:30am and 2:30pm.  PLEASE ARRIVE CLOSER TO THE ADVERTISED TIME of 9:00am and 3:00pm for check-in at both sites.

Here are direction to WWV and also the Boulder NIST lab:

Map to WWV:

WWV Location Map

To get to WWV from downtown Fort Collins, drive north on US 287 to Colorado Hwy 1, just north of the shopping complexes.  Take Hwy 1 north about 4 miles. The road turns east. Drive another mile or so and you should see the towers on your left. Just past them make a left turn opposite County Rd 11 (north) onto a gravel road.  There is a sign that says 2000 E County Rd, but not WWV proper.

Drive through an open gate and follow the road as it bears to the northwest.  Drive about 3/4 of a mile until you reach a security gate which may or may not be open.  Push the buzzer or pick up the receiver if nothing happens.  Drive forward and look for the low lying building with other cars.  You're there!

Boulder NIST Lab:

The Boulder NIST Visitors Center is just off of Broadway (Colorado Hwy 93) south of 27th Way, turn west onto Rayleigh Rd.  PLEASE NOTE THAT NORTH IS TO THE RIGHT ON THIS MAP !!!

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Technical Assessment of the Capital Facility Needs of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Site Visit: Boulder campus

The committee will conduct a site visit to the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Boulder, Colorado campus. The committee will tour the campus and engage in closed deliberations.

All committee discussions will be closed and it is not possible to have a remote connection for the tour.

Is it a Closed Session event?

Some sessions are open and some sessions are closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Ross Corotis, chair Doug Aldrich James Clayton Jack Dempsey Eric Dillinger Virginia Holtzman-Bell Kent Rochford David Turner

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions

The committee deliberated on report structure and content and the information needed to draft the report.

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions

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Date of posting of Closed Session Summary

April 1, 2022

Meeting Materials

  • Public Agenda (pdf, 158 KB)

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NOAA Boulder Tours

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   At this time visitors to NOAA Boulder need to be US citizens or permanent residents with a valid green card.  Foreign nationals will need special approval. Email noaa.dsrc.tours for requests and questions.

  • Tour comments and questions will be answered only by email: [email protected]
  • For the weekly public tour , please visit our Sign-Up Page
  • For all school groups , including K-12 and universities, please email: [email protected]
  • For special group tours , please email: [email protected]

Security Procedures

Visitors are required to sign in and receive a visitor badge. Park next to the Visitors Center and enter. Security personnel will make a badge and conduct screening.

  • Passport card
  • DOD CAC card
  • Federal Agency HSPD-12 IDs
  • Veterans ID
  • Military ID
  • Military Dependents ID
  • Trusted Traveler card – Global Entry, SENTRI, or NEXUS
  • Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • Foreign Nationals  must present a valid  passport or a permanent resident ID  (i.e., green card). Those without a green card will also need to provide additional security information to their host at least  48 hours in advance of their visit .
  • All IDs must be originals only –  no photocopies accepted .
  • Security personnel will conduct a  vehicle inspection  prior to entrance of the site.

These are our requirements as per Homeland Security regardless of security threat level. If you have any questions, please contact Jeff Shipley, Boulder Regional Security Officer, at 202-578-3529.

NOAA ESRL is located in the David Skaggs Research Center (DSRC) at 325 Broadway, in Boulder, Colorado, next to the Department of Commerce National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) building.  Downloadable Map with Directions 

Map of driving route from DIA to Boulder and NOAA.

Driving from DIA

  • Exit Denver International Airport via Peña Boulevard.
  • Take Peña Boulevard to I-70 West.
  • Split right on I-270 North (Exit 279), toward Ft. Collins and follow across I-25 to US-36 toward Boulder.
  • Take US-36 (Boulder Turnpike) West.
  • Exit US-36 at Baseline Road (University of Colorado Main Campus exit).
  • Keep left and turn left (West) onto Baseline.
  • Keep left and turn left at the first light onto 27th Way.
  • Stay in the middle lane and turn left onto Broadway.
  • Take the second right at the light onto Rayleigh Rd. and bear right into the Visitors Center parking lot.

Toll Road Option:

  • Exit Peña Boulevard at E-470 and follow to US-36. Current toll information can be found at:  www.expresstoll.com .

Taking the Bus

  • The  AB bus  provides service between Boulder and the Denver International Airport.
  • The  FF buses  provide regional service between Denver and Boulder from the Broadway & Baseline and Broadway & Dartmouth stops.
  • Broadway & Rayleigh Road  is the closest stop to the Visitors Center and is also served by the  Skip  and  Dash  local bus routes.

Airport Shuttle

  • Green Ride  provides service from the airport to locations in Boulder.
  • Visit the  Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau   for information about hotels, restaurants and more!
  • Please check the  National Weather Service forecast for Boulder, Colorado  before your trip. If there is a chance that severe weather may close the campus, check the  Boulder Labs Site Status  website or call 303-497-4000.

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Live JILA/NIST Gather Town Tour Friday Afternoon

Jila/nist gather town tour.

Friday, March 12 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 pm. (Pacific) 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Mountain) 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Central) 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Eastern)

Need more information? Contact: Adam Kaufman

JILA/NIST will host a virtual tour on Gather Town featuring posters, live lab tours, pre-recorded lab tours, and pre-recorded tours of facilities (e.g. JILA machine shop, JILA electronics shop, NIST clean room facilities). View a guide to poster/tour locations  for tips on where to go and what to see. The live lab tours are indicated by a blue bulletin, which will take you to zoom/webex room for a live tour; the black bulletins are a pre-recorded video. Room 1 has JILA posters; Room 2 has JILA posters and NIST posters. Faculty will wander around and be available to chat as well, in addition to any meetings you might have already scheduled. Please use your full name when entering the gather town - use Google Chrome when entering gather.

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Security Procedure for Visitors

The Visitors Center and entrance to the Boulder, Colorado USA Department of Commerce facilities are located on Broadway at Rayleigh Road. All visitors, including pedestrians and bike riders, are required to check in at the Visitors Center at the Security Checkpoint to receive a visitor badge, before proceeding to their destination.

To receive a visitor badge, visitors must present a valid photo ID. Forms of identification acceptable for entry to NOAA facilities are based on citizenship. Foreign Nationals without a valid passport or a permanent resident ID ("green card") must contact us to provide additional information required for security purposes at least 48 hours in advance of arrival. Requirements are per Homeland Security regardless of security threat level.

The NOAA Earth System Research Laboratories (ESRL) are located in the David Skaggs Research Center (DSRC) at 325 Broadway, in Boulder, Colorado USA, south of the Department of Commerce National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST).

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Driving Directions from Denver International Airport (DIA)

  • Exit Denver International Airport via Peña Boulevard.
  • Take Peña Boulevard to I-70 West.
  • Split right on I-270 North (Exit 279), toward Ft. Collins and follow across I-25 to US-36 (West) toward Boulder.
  • Exit US-36 at Baseline Road (University of Colorado Main Campus exit).
  • Keep left and turn left (West) onto Baseline.
  • Keep left and turn left at the first light onto 27th Way.
  • Stay in the middle lane and turn left onto Broadway.
  • Take the second right at the light onto Rayleigh Road and bear right into the Visitors Center parking lot.
  • Exit Peña Boulevard at E-470 and follow onto the Northwest Parkway to US-36. The toll authority EXpressToll manages payments online, by phone, or by mail.

Regional bus service to Boulder is available through the Regional Transportation District (RTD) . The AB bus provides service between Boulder and the Denver International Airport. The FF buses provide regional service between Denver and Boulder from the Broadway & Baseline and Broadway & Dartmouth stops. Broadway & Rayleigh Road is the closest stop to the Visitors Center and is served by the Skip and Dash bus routes. The Flatiron Park-n-Ride (Broadway & 27th Way) is nearby and additionally served by the Bound route.

Local Area Information

Visit the Boulder Convention & Visitors Bureau for Boulder Hotels . Hotels nearest the lab are:

  • Boulder Inn by Best Western Plus
  • Millennium Harvest House Boulder
  • Boulder Marriott
  • Hilton Garden Inn Boulder

Visit the Boulder Convention & Visitors Bureau for Boulder Restaurants .

Check the National Weather Service Forecast for Boulder, Colorado before your trip. If there is a chance that severe weather may close the campus, check the Boulder Labs Site Status or call 303-497-4000.

NSF NCAR Public Tours

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Our School and Public Programs staff are on-site to answer your questions and assist you on weekdays (Monday-Friday) during business hours (9:00 am - 4:00 pm MT). Our public and private tours are best suited for groups of adults. Kids are welcome, but the content is best for students above 5th grade. 

Public Noon Tours

Available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00 pm (noon) – 1:00 pm MT (excluding federal holidays). 

Meet up with our tour guides in the lobby to learn about atmospheric science and current research being conducted at NSF NCAR. No reservations are necessary, and the tour is free. If you would like to let us know you are coming for a Public Noon Tour, you can reserve a ticket in advance through Eventbrite .

NSF NCAR Public Tour App

The UCAR Center for Science Education's NSF NCAR Tour App provides the perfect opportunity to explore the NSF NCAR Mesa Lab Visitor Center at your own pace. The app works on all website browsers as well as on both Android and iOS devices. iPads are also available to check out from the Front Desk during weekdays between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm MT. Free wifi is available onsite through the "UCAR Visitor" network. 

La aplicación para la visita guiada de NCAR del Centro para la Educación Científica de UCAR te ofrece una oportunidad perfecta para explorar el centro de visitantes del laboratorio Mesa de NCAR a tu propio ritmo.

Private Group Tours

Private group tours are offered for groups of 10-30 people. Private group tours fill up on a first-come, first-serve basis. We take reservations up to 8 months in advance and require private tour requests to be submitted with at least 3 weeks' notice. To make a reservation request, fill out our In-Person Program Request Form . Someone will get in touch with you within 7 business days. 

Sensory Tour

The School and Public Programs Team developed a Sensory Tour for groups with blind or low vision visitors. This 2-hour tour is designed to teach visitors about the history and science of NSF NCAR using audio and tactile engagement as tools. To inquire about this exclusive experience, please call 303.497.2401 or email the School and Public Programs Team . Please note that we need at least four weeks advanced notice before your visit in order to prepare this program.

Tour Social Narrative

Set expectations for our tour by reviewing our NSF NCAR Public and Private Tour Social Narrative document. This tool has been developed for visitors with ASD or other associated disabilities, but can be used by anyone! 

Explore on Your Own

The NSF NCAR Mesa Lab Visitor Center is free to visit, both as a walk-in and for any programs or tours. We are open 363 days a year*, every day of the week for public walk-ins on weekdays from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm MT and on weekends and holidays from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm MT.

Review the NSF NCAR Visitor Map before visiting or borrow one on-site to help navigate through the NSF NCAR Visitor Center. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the exhibits on their own during public hours. Don't forget to check out the scenic Walter Orr Roberts Weather Trail located behind the Mesa Lab!

*The Visitor Center is closed 2 days a year for annual maintenance, and the dates are announced well in advance on our website. 

  • Field Trips

To book a PreK-12 field trip, please visit our in-person field trips page to learn about our Learning Labs. We can also drop directly into your classroom with a virtual field trip .

Help us improve our tours and exhibits! If you've visited the NCAR Visitor Center, please fill out our NSF NCAR Mesa Lab Visitor Survey to provide feedback.

If you have any questions, please email or call (303.497.2401) the School and Public Programs team.

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Section Officers:

Chair: Erik Helin, Johns Manville

Treasurer: Megan Holtz, Colorado School of Mines

Student Co-Chair: Shannon Rogers, Colorado School of Mines

Student Co-Chair: Jai Sharma, Colorado School of Mines

D & I Representative: Megan Holtz, Colorado School of Mines

Advisory Board: Scott Thompson, CoorsTek and Sandrine Ricote, Colorado School of Mines

If you would like to contact any of the Colorado Section officers, visit the ACerS online membership directory for contact details. You must be a member to access the directory. Or contact Vicki Evans at [email protected] for assistance.

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ORIENTATION :  NIST will be conducting virtual orientation. You will be sent a separate e-mail that includes the date and time of the virtual orientation and instructions regarding how to attend the virtual session.

Federal Employees:  You will attend a two-hour orientation on your first day at NIST. This is a virtual orientation that you can attend at home or on campus. Your orientation will begin at 9:00 a.m. MT. 

Before orientation begins, you will meet with an HR Assistant and complete the necessary documents to finalize your entry on duty. During orientation, you will be introduced to NIST programs and services, receive an overview of your Federal Benefits, and learn how your contributions will support NIST's mission.

NIST is located on 325 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305.  View a map of the NIST site and directions

There is ample parking for employees. If you plan to park at the Boulder site, you MUST obtain a parking permit from the Visitor's Center located at the main entrance. You may do this on or after your first day of duty by providing your vehicle registration, proof of insurance, valid driver's license, and the color, make, and model of your vehicle.

Employees must work with their immediate supervisors to arrange their official work schedule.

The Federal Government issues paychecks on the 2nd Thursday after the close of each biweekly pay period. Thus, you will not receive your first paycheck until 3 to 4 weeks after you have entered on duty. The "pay lag," as it is commonly referred to, is offset by the receipt of a payment 2 weeks following the close of the pay period which covers the date of separation. The Elevations Federal Credit Union, described below, may be able to help new employees with a loan upon approved credit during the period of the pay lag.

Paychecks are electronically transmitted to a financial institution. The U.S. Government will no longer allow employees to receive paychecks at a home address or P.O. Box. Employees receive their paychecks through direct deposit on the 2nd Monday after the close of each biweekly pay period (the "official" pay date is on the 2nd Thursday).

Upon entering on duty, every employee completes a Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Exemption Certificate. The number of exemptions claimed on this certificate will determine the amount of money which will be withheld from pay for Federal Income Tax. Usually, you should claim exactly the number of exemptions to which entitled. Taxes are automatically computed based on current Internal Revenue tables which will cover the taxes due. You may claim fewer exemptions if you have income other than salary from NIST and this income is not taxed. If necessary, in addition to claiming zero exemptions, you may have additional amounts withheld from your paycheck in multiples of $1.

Colorado does not have an equivalent state form to the Federal W-4. This is because the state income tax is based on the taxpayer's federal taxable income. NIST will use the information from the federal W-4 Form to calculate the state wage withholding amounts.

Occasionally, an employee will have a unique tax situation that requires different W-4 information to be used to accurately determine the amount of Colorado withholding. In this case, please give your servicing HR Assistant a separate W-4 Form with "Colorado Copy" written on top for use in computing the state withholding.

Employees on permanent appointments or temporary appointments of 90 days or more are eligible to earn leave UNLESS they work an intermittent tour. Intermittent employees DO NOT earn annual and sick leave. Part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a prorated basis, based on the number of hours per pay period they work.

Annual Leave:   For full-time employees, the amount of annual leave earned is based on the length of creditable civilian and/or military service as follows:

Annual Leave Accrual Rates

Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 4 hours per pay period for full-time employees and is prorated for part-time employees based on the number of hours they work per pay period. Former Government employees returning to Federal service, who did not forfeit their sick leave upon reemployment in the Federal Government before December 2, 1994, will be eligible for a re-credit of their sick leave.

View more  detailed information  about annual, sick, and other types of leave for NIST employees.

All full-time and part-time career and career-conditional employees are eligible for health benefits coverage under one of the various approved health plans. These plans provide hospital and medical benefits for you and your family with the Government sharing a part of the cost. If eligible, you will be given an opportunity to select a plan and register after you enter on duty at NIST. There are several plans to choose from, including the traditional fee for service plans to HMO's, and the costs to you vary depending on the plan you choose. Your coverage will begin at the beginning of the next pay period in which you submit your election form. Election to enroll in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program must be made within 60 days of appointment. If you are currently covered by the FEHB program, your previous plan will transfer in with you and continue without any interruption in coverage. Please contact your servicing Benefits Specialist to discuss any matters regarding your benefits. Extensive information regarding your health insurance benefits, including brochures are available on  OPM's website .

All full-time and part-­time employees on appointments not limited to one year or less are automatically covered by basic life insurance (your salary plus $2,000) at low cost without medical examination. If you DO NOT want coverage, you must complete a special waiver form provided by the Office of Human Resources Management. Additional options are also available to employees who elect Basic Life Insurance coverage. If you need additional information concerning life insurance options, you may contact your servicing Benefits Specialist or access Life Insurance information  online .

You will be covered under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Employee contributions are made through payroll deduction. For additional information concerning your retirement plan, please contact your servicing Benefits Specialist.

A full-time nursing staff is available on site in the David Skaggs Research Center located at the same 325 Broadway site at (303) 497-3801. For on-site emergencies call extension 7777.

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You are eligible to become a member at the Elevations Federal Credit Union, which offers a variety of services to its members. The Elevations Federal Credit Union is at 4760 Baseline Road, Boulder, CO 80303; telephone: (303) 443-4672. Website:  www.ElevationsCU.com .

All employees of NIST are eligible to become members of BLEA when they are appointed. BLEA, which is an employee-operated activity, sponsors various welfare, recreation, and entertainment activities throughout the year. See the Weekly Bulletin for schedule of events and additional information.

Cafeterias are located near the Lobby of NIST Building 1 and in the Garden Level of the David Skaggs Federal Building. Vending machines are located throughout the site.

To learn more about the NIST Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM), please visit our home page on the NIST internal website. (Please note: You must be a NIST employee with access to the NIST internal website.)

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  1. Visitor Information

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  3. NIST Tours

    A minimum of four weeks advance notice is required for all tour requests. For tour requests of NIST's Gaithersburg campus, contact the NIST Public Affairs Office at (301) 975-2758. Tours of NIST's Boulder campus are currently offered only on a case-by-case basis. Contact Rebecca Jacobson and Terri Viezbicke with your request.

  4. National Laboratories in Boulder

    The NCAR visitor center is open 363 days a year. Visit weekdays 8am-5pm or weekends and holidays 9am-4pm. NCAR tours are available Mon., Wed., and Fri at noon.*. Meet your tour guide in the lobby to learn about atmospheric science and current research being conducted at NCAR. No reservations are necessary and the tour is free.

  5. NIST Boulder and WWV WWVB Fort Collins Tours

    NIST Boulder and WWV / WWVB Fort Collins Tour information. Tours of both the Boulder and Fort Collins facilities will take place in the morning and afternoon of Friday, March 3, 2023. The tour sign-up is closed and all the tours are full or close to full. Be sure to bring your ID. The signup INCORRECTLY suggested arriving at 8:30am and 2:30pm.

  6. NIST Boulder Laboratories: Precision Measurements to Support Innovation

    A world leader in the physical sciences and precision measurement for more than 60 years, NIST Boulder Laboratories provide research, measurements, technology, tools, data, and services that enable innovation and improve the quality of our lives. Support for Manufacturing and Innovation: NIST Boulder develops and supplies measurement tools, test methods, and scientific data that businesses ...

  7. NIST-F1 Cesium Fountain Atomic Clock

    The bearer of that important standard is the NIST-F1 Cesium Fountain Atomic Clock, located at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Boulder, Colorado. Built in four years, and ...

  8. NIST Boulder Safety Commission Tour -- March 2023

    NIST researcher Dr John Bollinger provided a lab tour in Boulder for the NIST Safety Commission where he talked about Dave Wineland's Nobel Prize and its legacy. Wineland won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2012 for his advances in laser cooling and trapping ions. Ten years later, this work has rapidl

  9. Getting to NIST Boulder

    Driving to NIST Boulder. Boulder is located about 40 miles northwest of Denver International Airport (DIA). When driving to NIST, plan some extra time to get through the security checkpoints at the visitor entrances to campus. ... NIST does not endorse or guarantee the quality or services provided by these businesses. Created July 29, 2016 ...

  10. National Laboratories in Boulder

    Boulder is home to three National Laboratories; Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

  11. NIST Headquarters in Boulder

    NIST Headquarters plays a role in the daily lives of citizens here. Visit this busy government building for an unique peek into local politics and power. This modern government building is one of the top free attractions in Boulder. If you'd like to adventure beyond NIST Headquarters, also stop by Chautauqua Park, Folsom Field and Pearl Street ...

  12. Home

    In Boulder, Colorado, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) supports a powerful array of research, data collection & dissemination programs, and operational weather forecasts of Earth's atmosphere and the space environment. Most of NOAA's Boulder activities take place in the David Skaggs Research Center at Broadway Street and Rayleigh Road. Explore Outreach Visits to […]

  13. National Institute of Standards and Technology

    NIST promotes U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life. The National Institute of Standards and Technology - Time and Frequency Division maintains the standard for frequency and time interval for the United ...

  14. Technical Assessment of the Capital Facility Needs of the National

    The committee will conduct a site visit to the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Boulder, Colorado campus. The committee will tour the campus and engage in closed deliberations. ... All committee discussions will be closed and it is not possible to have a remote connection for the tour. Agenda . DATE Mar 9, 2022 3:00PM - 7 ...

  15. Tour NOAA Boulder

    Split right on I-270 North (Exit 279), toward Ft. Collins and follow across I-25 to US-36 toward Boulder. Take US-36 (Boulder Turnpike) West. Exit US-36 at Baseline Road (University of Colorado Main Campus exit). Keep left and turn left (West) onto Baseline. Keep left and turn left at the first light onto 27th Way.

  16. ACerS Colorado Section planning NIST Tour on September 8, 2023

    The Colorado Section is planning a tour of the NIST site in Boulder, Colorado, on September 8, 2023, beginning at 3pm with a social gathering to follow. Please register for the tour by completing the form below by September 4, 2023. This tour is open to all US citizens and permanent residents of the US.

  17. JILA/NIST Gather Town Tour

    JILA/NIST will host a virtual tour on Gather Town featuring posters, live lab tours, pre-recorded lab tours, and pre-recorded tours of facilities (e.g. JILA machine shop, JILA electronics shop, NIST clean room facilities). ... Boulder, CO 80309-0390: Phone: (303) 492-6952

  18. Visiting NOAA CSL

    Toll Free: Exit Denver International Airport via Peña Boulevard. Take Peña Boulevard to I-70 West. Split right on I-270 North (Exit 279), toward Ft. Collins and follow across I-25 to US-36 (West) toward Boulder. Exit US-36 at Baseline Road (University of Colorado Main Campus exit). Keep left and turn left (West) onto Baseline.

  19. NSF NCAR Public Tours

    The School and Public Programs Team developed a Sensory Tour for groups with blind or low vision visitors. This 2-hour tour is designed to teach visitors about the history and science of NSF NCAR using audio and tactile engagement as tools. To inquire about this exclusive experience, please call 303.497.2401 or email the School and Public ...

  20. Colorado Section

    The Colorado Section is planning a tour of the NIST site in Boulder, Colorado, on September 8, 2023, beginning at 3pm with a social gathering to follow. Please register for the tour by completing the form below by September 4, 2023. This tour is open to all US citizens and permanent residents of the US.

  21. NIST Boulder

    OSY at NIST provides law enforcement services, policies, programs, and oversight as it collaborates with: Facility managers to reduce the terrorism risks to Department personnel and facilities. Program managers to reduce the espionage risks to Department personnel, information, and facilities. Department and bureau leadership to increase emergency preparedness

  22. National Institute of Standards and Technology

    Operated by: National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST offers technically oriented guided tours for professionals in government, industry, and the scientific and technical communities including research universities. Tours are tailored for the interests of the visiting group. ... 2440 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO 80302

  23. Facts for Your First Day of Work Boulder, Colorado

    Elevations Federal Credit Union. You are eligible to become a member at the Elevations Federal Credit Union, which offers a variety of services to its members. The Elevations Federal Credit Union is at 4760 Baseline Road, Boulder, CO 80303; telephone: (303) 443-4672. Website: www.ElevationsCU.com.