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73 Great Things You Should Do In The Mountains
If you’ve visited my blog, you probably know I like to hike and camp in the mountains – but that’s just a small sample of
June 10, 2021
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If you’ve visited my blog, you probably know I like to hike and camp in the mountains – but that’s just a small sample of
Seeing a cougar in the wild is a very uncommon, but amazing event. In most cases, it’s a nonviolent encounter – a moment where your
The only thing better than a day hike up a fourteener is an overnight backpacking trip! Adding one or more nights in the mountains before
Few things compare to the feeling of accomplishment you get from standing on the top of a fourteener. With more than 50 different peaks in
Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado is one of my favorite places in the world. With 14,000 foot peaks, alpine lakes, waterfalls and wildlife, it’s
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
The right hiking boots are a necessity for hiking and scrambling up Colorado’s 14ers. While you can use either shoes or boots, I recommend hiking
Colorado is home to over 50 impressive 14ers, mountain peaks that exceed 14,000 feet in elevation. If you’re keen to tackle these stunning giants but
Colorado wildflowers are one of nature’s most breathtaking treasures, with the Rocky Mountains offering a stunning showcase of vibrant blooms during the summer months. From
CUSTER COUNTY, CO – The Custer County Search and Rescue (CCSAR) in collaboration with fire helitack crews executed a successful high-altitude rescue mission at Humboldt
SUMMIT COUNTY, CO – As the hiking season approaches, changes to the shuttle and parking systems for Summit County’s beloved Quandary Peak and McCullough Gulch
Colorado is home to over 50 impressive 14ers, mountain peaks that exceed 14,000 feet in elevation. If you’re keen to tackle these stunning giants but
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September, October, and November are great months to hike and climb 14ers, with fewer people crowding the trails. However, the weather is more variable, and there’s a greater risk. In my next webinar, I’ll share everything you need to know to have a safe and successful ascent during the Fall. Save a seat today!
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