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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...

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...

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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...

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...

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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 ...

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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...

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 ...

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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...

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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...