Fall and Winter Hiking Safety
By Art Hogling Hiking season doesn’t have to end when summer is over. Some of the best hikes can occur in Fall and Winter. The mountains are frosted and beautiful, the crowds thin out and the bugs are gone. … Continued
Saving the Fourteeners
By Alan Spriggs I didn’t start out trying to climb the fourteeners. Like many folks I know, when I first moved to Colorado in in 1985 I just wanted to explore this incredible state. Every valley, every basin, every mountain … Continued
When Nobody’s Watching
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My knee has heeled to the point where I can begin climbing, again, in the variable conditions you get when you leave the safe confines of the gym. When preparing for an expedition, gym work is important as it … Continued
Six Years in the Making
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“Am I ready? I’m putting in the hours… into planning, into training, into mental preparation. But am I ready?” This is a necessary thought. Certainly, it can be destructive if you let it fester into self-doubt; but without this thought, … Continued
Do It Yourself Energy Bars
Make sure you bring plenty of snacks on your outdoor adventure. Try making your own Energy Bars. Energy Bars 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup soy flour 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup ground flaxseed 1/3 cup applesauce* … Continued
Five Reasons to Consider Snowshoeing
The snow is coming, and pretty soon your favorite hiking trials will be covered by a thick layer of white powder. Does that mean your hiking quests have to end? Not at all! It means your favorite trails have become … Continued