A reporter at Denver Westword Magazine is facing bitter criticism from outdoor recreation advocates, law enforcement, and local landowners after writing a story that promotes
Colorado’s fifty-eight 14ers (peaks 14,000 feet or higher in elevation) vary from relatively simple hikes to challenging climbs on highly technical terrain. If you want
Pitkin County, CO – On the morning of August 2, 2023, a somber discovery was made in the Conundrum Couloir located between Castle and Conundrum
The Collegiate Peaks 14ers are not your average hiking destination – they’re towering 14,000-foot giants that have captivated the hearts of adventurers worldwide. What can
In a cruel twist of fate, members of the Alpine Rescue Team (ART), who were in the midst of a memorial hike, responded to a
Aspen, CO – A hiker suffering from an ankle injury near Capitol Lake was promptly airlifted to safety on Thursday morning, in a coordinated operation
Home to 58 peaks that soar over 14,000 feet, Colorado’s mountains invite adventurers from around the globe. As these magnificent peaks, known as “14ers”, dominate
Everyone loves a good thrill, and what could be more exhilarating than sliding down a mountainside? Welcome to the world of glissading – a quick,
With the Fourth of July week fast approaching, you might be considering climbing a 14er to take advantage of the extended holiday. If that’s the
The tallest peaks in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, fondly known as 14ers, are a hiker’s dream. With their pristine ecosystems, panoramic vistas, and challenging trails,
DENVER, CO – As the deadline for an agreement to fund the federal government draws near, many agencies are preparing to send their staff home
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, CO — Park rangers are intensifying their search for 49-year-old Chad Pallansch of Fort Collins, Colorado, who was reported missing on
BOULDER COUNTY, CO – On Sunday, September 24, 2023, Boulder County’s Communications Center received a distress call around 6:30 p.m. regarding a 50-year-old female hiker who
If you’ve submitted a Colorado 14er in the summer, you probably weren’t alone. Many Rocky Mountain peaks, especially in the Front Range, see hundreds of
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