My name is Alex. America’s mountains in Colorado, California, Washington and beyond are spectacular places in nature. Join me to learn how to hike, camp, and climb them safely and sustainably here at TNS. I have route guides, how-to’s, guides, and more to help you on your way. The site is 100% reader-supported. Thank you to all of my monthly patrons! Learn more about joining below. Safe travels on the trail!
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Learn to Hike and Climb America's Mountains Safely & Responsibly.
When I started hiking and climbing the mountains of Colorado, I noticed how many people were completely unprepared for the peaks. I started my blog to provide resources and information for those new to the mountains. If you have an idea or request for a new resource or article, or if you’d like to collaborate, get in touch with the link to the right. I look forward to connecting!
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Wilderness Survival for 14ers | 11 Tips To Stay Alive in the Mountains
The Colorado rocky mountains are a beautiful and amazing place to explore, but it’s also a dangerous setting with plenty of risk. Even with the best planning and preparation, accidents and injuries can happen, especially
Minimizing Campfire Impacts: 9 Leave No Trace Tips for the Mountains
Campfires are one of my favorite parts of camping. Like most people, I think there’s nothing better than curling up by a fire after a long day of hiking or climbing. However, regardless of how
Best Helmets for 14ers | Protecting Your Head
Class 1 and 2 mountains don’t have enough technical terrain to make wearing a helmet worth while. However, once you make the transition to class 3 and 4 routes, a helmet becomes critically important to
