
Colorado’s Kit Carson Peak Faces Possible Renaming Amid Contested Legacy
DENVER, COLORADO – The name of Kit Carson, an Army officer with a controversial history, currently adorns Kit Carson Peak, a class-three fourteener in Southern Colorado’s
DENVER, COLORADO – The name of Kit Carson, an Army officer with a controversial history, currently adorns Kit Carson Peak, a class-three fourteener in Southern Colorado’s
If you’re looking for an adventurous and relaxing getaway in Colorado, Glenwood Springs is the perfect destination for you. With its breathtaking natural beauty, world-famous
HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS, CO — For 18 long years, the question of what happened to Michelle Vanek hung in the air like the haze of
DENVER, CO – Earlier today, the U.S. Board on Geographic Names made the landmark decision to rename Mount Evans, a prominent peak visible from Metro
These pictures are courtesy of the Colorado Mountain Club Archives, Golden, CO Long before thousands of Coloradans spent their weekends trudging to the top of
After five years and over 60 ascents, my Osprey Talon 22 Backpack has become more than just a piece of gear; it’s a trusted companion
DENVER, COLORADO – The Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act, recently introduced by Congressman Westerman (R-AR) and Congressman Grijalva (D-AZ), is a significant
Are you planning a ski trip near Denver and overwhelmed with choices? Denver’s proximity to some of the best ski resorts in Colorado makes it
As a founding member of the Fix CRUS Coalition, The Next Summit has been at the forefront of a pivotal movement to reform Colorado’s recreational
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