Backcountry Relaxing
Not every trip has to be epic. Sometimes I just need to relax. Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
Rhody Rambles
A whirlwind visit to see the family and see a little bit of wildness on the New England coast. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 23
Another excellent issue of Trail Groove Magazine is out! Read More …
Off to Rhode Island…
Be gone for a family visit. I’ll try to answer any emails and inquiries when I return. Read More …
Book review: The Water Knife
A near future look at when the Colorado River is overtaxed and the world is hotter and drier. Read More …
South Fork Fun
A weekend of backpacking in a lightly used area. Read More …
Quick Tip: Ziplock bag wallet
A Ziplock bag for a wallet seems obvious. But then I saw a review for a $35 hiker wallet. Perhaps the idea is not obvious after all. Read More …
The Trail Show #38 – Sierra High Route Redux
The Trail Show #38 featuring an encore of the Sierra High Route. Read More …
Wednesday stroll – Chasm Lake
A Wednesday stroll in the mountains is a way to avoid the crowds, congestion and traffic that is now part of the Colorado mountain experience. Read More …
Colorado transit options for the outdoors
How to access Colorado backpacking destinations without an automobile. Read More …
Quick Tip: Frisbee as a camp dinner plate
The humble frisbee makes a great dinner plate for camping: light, durable, inexpensive and effective. Read More …
Trail Work – Berthoud Pass to Jones Pass
Some trail work with the Continental Divide Trail Coalition and Colorado Native Lager’s Brew Crew. Read More …
Champagne Gate – Scott Jurek’s AT FKT
Some thoughts on Scott Jurek’s recent FKT on the Appalachian Trail and the fall out from his champagne toast. Read More …
Simplicity
Above all else, I think the concept of simplicity is what I find most appealing in the outdoors. Read More …
Mt Evans Wilderness Trail Work – July 2015
Some trail work with Friends of Mt. Evans and Lost Creek Wilderness. Read More …
An empty can makes the most noise
An empty can makes the most noise. A wise saying to remind myself about from time to time. Read More …
Trip planning and logistics info
Here are some links so you can plan out a great hiking vacation! Read More …
The Trail Show #37 – The Hot Springs Trail
The Trail Show #37 featuring the Hot Springs Trail. Read More …