The word “natural” sounds neutral, but it’s failing us in the mountains. Here’s why — and what stewardship-minded hikers should use instead.
Colorado’s record-low snowpack is opening 14er season weeks early. Here’s what to expect range by range — and why early access doesn’t mean it’s safe.
Which Colorado 14ers do experienced hikers dread most? From dirt mounds to Jeep road slogs, here’s the community’s brutally honest ranking — with love.
A solo climber was rescued from Capitol Peak after spending the night with cold injuries on the NW Buttress. Here’s what happened and safety lessons.
Learn how to read and interpret a mountain weather forecast before your hike. Understand wind speed, lightning risk, temperature lapse rate, and more.
A new 480-acre acquisition on one of Colorado’s most popular 14ers secures part of the DeCaLiBron Loop, though hikers still can’t tag the summit of Mt Bross.
Wind-blown snow crystals impaired a hiker’s vision on Mount Columbia, triggering an overnight rescue. Key safety lessons for winter 14er climbers.
Colorado’s warm, dry start is frustrating for early skiing, but fewer weak layers may set up a stronger, more stable snowpack for the remainder of the year.
A whistle helped Chaffee County SAR locate a missing La Plata Peak hiker as storms moved in. Here’s why simple signaling tools matter.
Rescue on Capitol Peak highlights the dangers of splitting up and straying off-route. Learn key safety lessons for tackling Colorado’s toughest 14er.
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