Wonderful Wildflowers
The mountain landscapes are impressive. I still love me some wildflowers, though. Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
The Colorado RV & Boat Show
A phenomenon that is becoming more common in Colorado. Read More …
How to do a fast hike
How to do a fast hike? The real question is how to hike all day consistently. And then repeat. Here are some ideas. Read More …
Sangres Saunter
Three days in the Colorado Sangres. Ridge walking delight! Read More …
Paying off some Technical Debt on PMags.com
A few changes this past month on my website. Some changes are aesthetic. Some are technical. But they needed to be done. Read More …
Gear Review – Chainmate Pocket Chainsaw
A relatively light, very portable, effective, and just plain fun tool for trail maintenance. With some loppers and a Silky, a good basic tool kit is complete. Read More …
Thoughts on this #EPIC PCT snow year
Some thoughts about hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in the current snow conditions. Read More …
Gear review: Bank line for cord
A strong and inexpensive alternative to both paracord and traditional outdoor accessory cord. Read More …
Gear review: Lightspeed Camp Sleep Pad
Long term review of a sleeping pad typically sold at Costco in the spring and summer. Comfortable, high R-value, durable, and reasonable in price. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 34
Trail Groove Issue 34 is now out. I wrote some New Mexico-themed articles. Read More …
Embracing the Pulaski – The Colorado Trail
Some trail work on segments 12 and 14 of The Colorado Trail (East) over two days with some friends old and new. Read More …
Thoughts on Song of The Open Road
Song of The Open Road is rightfully celebrated as a poem about the joy of the journey. But there are some key lines often overlooked about this poem. Read More …
Olive Ridge camping weekend
Some rare “camping for the sake of camping” with friends. But we did go on a hike to an obscure area in RMNP. Read More …
The Culture of Connectivity Continues
Thoughts on how our connectivity culture is increasing. And its impact upon the wild spaces. Read More …
Ten outdoor documentaries to watch
Some documentaries I’ve enjoyed over the years. These are all available for streaming. Some for free! Read More …
National Trails Day – More than just a day
Some thoughts about National Trails Day and what it means in terms of the outdoors overall. Read More …
Long term review – ALPS Mountaineering Table
If you camp in off-the-beaten-places, a good table is helpful. Here is one portable, durable, and excellent option. Read More …
Ripstop Sail Repair Tape : Long term review
A light, durable, pliable, and useful repair tape to add to the kit. Read More …