Mountaineering – The Freedom of the Hills
A look at the classic text book on mountaineering. If there was ever a Gen. Ed. book for the outdoors, it is Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills ! Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
Some time in between
The high country is lacking good snow. And the foothills were probably crowded. But I found an obscure little spot to enjoy. Read More …
How to generate “buzz”?
I received an email recently asking how to generate “buzz”. Here’s my curmudgeonly take on this concept. Read More …
The Colorado Trail: An overview
The Power Point presentation about The Colorado Trail. Covers many of the basics for The Colorado Trail. May be viewed online; no additional software needed. Read More …
Gear review: Paradox DriRelease thermals from Costco
A review of the Paradox DriRelease thermals. Well made, affordable and effective base layers typically found at Costco. Read More …
Withdrawing from the time bank
Having a cold means I have to withdraw precious vacation days from the time bank. Read More …
Catholicism, the Sacred Mystery and Nature
Some ruminations during this Lenten season on how Catholicism may have affected my view of the outdoors. Read More …
One weekend – Two classic ski tours
The Sourdough Trail on Saturday; the Peaks Trail on Sunday. Read More …
The Revenant, fur trade and Colorado history
If you enjoyed the movie The Revenant, and live in Colorado, much of the fur trade history took place very close to where we live. Read More …
TBT Gear: Lands’ End ragg wool socks
Another Throwback Thursday look at gear. This time a simple pair of ragg wool socks I’ve used for many ski tour days. Read More …
Review: Minus 33 midweight merino wool layers
A long term review of the Minus 33 midweight merino wool layers. They breathe well, they adapt to different temperatures…they just don’t last long. Read More …
Some strolls on winter evenings
On nights with freshly fallen snow, even the everyday walk is memorable. Read More …
Warm skiing and cold hiking
Some spring like snow on Saturday with some cold hiking on Sunday made for a good weekend. Read More …
Pack Shakedowns
A “pack shakedown” is popular be it online or in person. But the best way to shake down a pack is to go out and use it. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 26 – The Winter issue
Trail Groove Issue 26. One with a winter focus, including an article I wrote about winter backpacking. Read More …
Quick Tip: Sun shield for winter camping
A simple trick for sleeping warmer at night. Read More …
Backpacking Light: Faces
An interview with me from the Backpacking Light’s “Faces” series. Read More …
Mt Evans Wilderness Winter Overnighter
Not quite the overnight backpack I wanted (snow a bit melted out, rocky even up high), but still a wonderful night to be out. Very warm and beautiful days! Read More …