The temperature on a fourteener in January can drop to -30 degrees Fahrenheit, and that isn’t even taking wind chill into account. In such a cold environment, dressing warm isn’t just an issue [...]
Altitude sickness is your body's natural response to low-oxygen environments like those at high altitudes. However, it isn't a single disease, it actually includes four distinct types of altitude sickness. These include acute [...]
If you are reading this, you are probably asking yourself, ‘how long does it take to climb Quandary Peak?’ While you are likely searching for a definite answer, it is impossible to say [...]
A map is an important navigation tool in the mountains, but only if you are able to fix your position with some certainty. If you don't know where you are located, a map [...]
Most mountaineers have heard of the ten essentials before... but just in case you haven't, these are the critically important pieces of equipment required to stay safe and respond to emergencies while hiking, [...]
Winter is coming! While most people hang up their hiking boots for the season, there's no reason you need to stop hiking when the snow begins to fall. In fact, most trails and [...]
The right food makes any hike or climb in the mountains a bit more manageable. That's especially important on the 14,000 foot peaks found across the western United States. The best snacks to [...]
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 what you can do in this amazing place. [...]
Leadville is one of Colorado’s most centrally located mountain towns. Nestled in the heart of the Sawatch and Ten-mile Range, the town is surrounded by major mountains and other high peaks. With lots [...]
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 eyes meet, before the mountain lion sprints away [...]
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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