Hike n’ Brew – St. Vrain Mountain
When a good friend you've known since you met on the PCT is about to become a dad, how do you celebrate? Why with a hike, a beer and a burger after. It is a Hike n' Brew!
Author: Paul Mags
The Trailshow!
What do four Triple Crowners do who are now married and/or have a kid on the way, about to get married and love beer do? They talk smack. They talk trail. And have a free form discussion that, in theory, Read More …
Return to the Pecos : The Land of Enchanment
Another backpacking trip in the gorgeous Pecos wilderness of northern New Mexico. Read More …
Spring in the Foothills
In between the ski season and when the high country opens up is one of my favorite times of the year. Early season wildflowers bloom. The local brooks and streams are rushing with fresh snow melt. And the views of Read More …
Book Review: I HIKE by Lawton “Disco” Grinter
Lawton "Disco" Grinter, best known in thru-hiking circles for producing The Walkumentary, has written about his ten-thousand miles of hiking. Rather than a traditional thru-hike narrative about a journey, it is a collection of short vignettes from his many years Read More …
New Insoles: Simple change with a big difference
Replacing the factory insoles with something new is a trick many experienced backpackers know about. But not everyone does. Here’s why it should be done. Read More …
Gear Review: Champion C9 Clothing (Target)
Outdoor clothing can be expensive. When a brand of clothing is that is inexpensive, functional and durable it is rare and wonderful find. And for me, the brand of clothing that fits that criteria are the Champion C9 brand found Read More …
Wilderness First Aid : A Minimalist View
Wilderness First Aid is a basic certification for the assessing, treating and stabilizing of a person’s injuries in the backcountry. But how does the (sometimes) gear and equipment focused backcountry medicine co-exist with a more minimalist view? Here is my Read More …
Backpacking: A Beginners Primer
A primer I wrote for people new to backpacking. With a beginners backpacking gear list, too. Read More …
Teton Valley – Winter Becoming Spring
someone and I had planned a ski trip to the Teton Valley and nearby areas in later March. Some Nordic backcountry in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and the surrounding area was the idea.. An early spring altered our Read More …
Review: Rocky Mountain Wildflowers Pocket Guide
A review of an excellent guide to the wildflowers found in the Colorado Rockies. Read More …
Shameless Plug: Guided Trip in Rocky Mountain National Park
Interested in backpacking in Colorado and want to explore one of the least visited parts of Rocky Mountain National Park? And learn some new skills in the process?
Skiing in Feb and March
Not the best or most photogenic year for skiing. Not to say we did not do any skiing….it just wasn’t as good as past years. We made the best of the ski season though.
January Ski Jaunts
A few ambles and rambles in the month of January
December Ski Fun
Every year I anxiously await ski season. The fresh powder, the intense blue skies of winter and beautiful mountain scenery. What's not to like?
Shameless Plug for The Holidays!
A shameless plug for my photography site at Red Bubble. A framed photo, a calendar, or even some postcards makes a wonderful gift, stocking stuffer or something to give on one of eight crazy nights. And the princely sum of Read More …
Introduction to Snowshoeing Basics
An article on the introduction to snowshoeing basics for enjoying this wonderful winter past time! Covers clothing, gear, the layering principle, a snowshoeing gear checklist and wool vs. synthetics comparison. Read More …
Eldorado Mtn Bushwhack
Our annual late-Fall hike to Eldorado Mountain in the south part of the Boulder area.