Hiking to Half Dome
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Hiking to Half Dome

By: Travis Mewhirter It’s when your legs feel more like lead, but your body begins dumping adrenaline—enough to make your arms tingle and palms sweat a bit—that you know you’re close. And my wif...
Ways to Get Energy (and Keep it) on A Hike
Backpacking / Hiking

Ways to Get Energy (and Keep it) on A Hike

By: Mecca R. Dennehy The forest is alive and the sun is out, which means it’s peak summer hiking season. All those alpine lakes and sunset views are waiting for you at the end of a beautiful tr...
Skip the Crowds in Estes Park and Explore Nederland, Colorado Instead
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Skip the Crowds in Estes Park and Explore Nederland, Colorado Instead

By: Meg Atteberry If permitted entries to national parks and expensive, overcrowded lodging isn’t your thing, consider visiting Nederland, Colorado this summer. As an alternative to the tourist-pa...
An Adventure in New River George
Backpacking / Hiking

An Adventure in New River George

By: Steven Sorrell I have seen photos of the New River Gorge Bridge for years. It was a frequent stop for a friend of mine as he drove back and forth between family and work. I remember always bei...
Campfire Safety
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Campfire Safety

By: Mikayla Koeltzow A summer night in the mountains with a brisk wind, the trees rustle with every gust. The stars shine brightly above you, lighting up the details of all your surroundings in a ...
How to Store Food on Long Camping Trips
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How to Store Food on Long Camping Trips

By: Desiree Hester As July temperatures veer towards scorching, dealing with food storage while camping can create quite the challenge. But no matter how hot it may be where you are located, we’ve...
Tips to Stay Cool Outdoors in Warm Weather
Backpacking / Hiking

Tips to Stay Cool Outdoors in Warm Weather

By: David Ball Temperatures are definitely on the rise, and we’re all feeling the heat! We either have to beat the sun up or wait until it’s down to enjoy the outdoors this summer. If you’re like ...
Spend the Weekend Adventuring in Frisco, Colorado
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Spend the Weekend Adventuring in Frisco, Colorado

By: Meg Atteberry A far cry from the tourist-packed streets of nearby Breckenridge, Frisco is a multi-sport adventurer’s paradise. A favorite weekend getaway among Colorado locals, thanks to the a...
Summer Activities you Don't Wanna Miss
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Summer Activities you Don't Wanna Miss

By: Melanie Gagon Summertime in the mountains can feel like such a magical time of year. Whether you want to tackle a new challenge or spend more time relaxing in some amazing places - here are so...