NPS Campground privatization and other changes
In the near future, most NPS campground will be privatized. And connected. Some thoughts on an ongoing trend. Read More …
In the near future, most NPS campground will be privatized. And connected. Some thoughts on an ongoing trend. Read More …
Where The Water Goes: Life and Death Along the Colorado River by David Owen is a book that is a bit of Cadillac Desert crossed with Ian Frazier’s Great Plains. Read More …
Is hiking off-trail ethical? And, assuming this type of hiking is ethical, what is the best way to preserve these ethics? Read More …
The plan for the Colorado Trail Collegiate Loop in September 2017. Read More …
The loose plans for the next few months starting in September 2017. Read this post if you emailed and wondering why I have not written back in a few days. 🙂 Read More …
A mid-week hike has been a much-needed salve over the hectic months. Read More …
A twenty-four backpacking trip in the Vasquez Wilderness with some friends. Read More …
I handed in my notice this week. I am giving myself the best gift outdoors person can have: The Gift of Time. Read More …
A very large, no longer made “ultralight backpacking shelter” that I would never take backpacking. But works well for base camp. Read More …
Some hiking, camping, and eclipse viewing in the Nebraska Panhandle. Read More …
My gear list for solo, three-season hiking in Colorado or similar. I also added some gear I may swap in depending on the trip type. Updated. Read More …
An overview of Grand Obsession: Harvey Butchart and the Exploration of Grand Canyon. A book about an iconic Grand Canyon legend. Read More …
Going lightweight (sub-20lbs) with typical gear and clothing from REI. Read More …
A friend of mine from Rhode Island paid a visit. We did manage to get in some outdoor time in some lesser known areas in Colorado. Read More …
A sample hike from the Quick and Dirty Hiking Guides: 12 Classic Hikes in Colorado. This sample hike for downloading details the Devil’s Thumb Loop. Read More …
This lightweight “backpacking fad” is not that new or a fad. Despite what some people may state. Read More …
Some issues and concerns for Colorado backpacking, hiking, and camping that may not be readily apparent. Read More …
The Google Maps satellite view is a very useful tool for trip planning. At least it has been for me. Read More …