Northern Colorado Delights
A trip in the northern Colorado mountains. Ridge walks, alpine lakes, wildflowers and other off-trail delights.
Month: July 2014
The Trail Show #26: The Pinhoti Trail
The Trail Show #26 featuring the Pinhoti Trail.
Death of Backpacking – A response
A recent article in High Country News was titled The Death of Backpacking. Hyperbole? No basis in fact? My own .05 worth… Read More …
Buffalo Peaks Saunter
A backpacking trip in the intimate Buffalo Peaks wilderness with someone.
On the Beaten Path – A reflection
With the hype over Wild, here’s a look at my favorite thru-hiking memoir: On the Beaten Path.
Website Of The Week – Books For Hikers
Need a suggestion for a book about backpacking or the outdoors in general? Try Booksforhikers.com
Devils Thumb – Off Trail Option
A classic backpacking loop with an off-trail twist.
That Book – Cheryl Strayed’s Wild
Looking at Cheryl Strayed’s Wild and the often passionate debate about the book and upcoming movie. Read More …
Edge of the Four Corners – Chimney Rock National Monument
After my San Juans jaunt, I decided to take advantage of my location and see something I’ve been wanting to see for a while: Chimney Rock National Monument. Located at the northern and eastern-most part of what is called Read More …
South San Juan Stroll
A backpacking trip in the South San Juan Wilderness