Echoes of the past – Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients
Five days of camping and hiking in the Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients national monuments. Read More …
Maps: My favorite piece of gear
My favorite piece of outdoor gear? A map.
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Phew!
Life has been busy…and I am catching up!
The Trail Show #22 – The Inman 300
The Trail Show #22 featuring the Inman 300.
Mud Season in Colorado
Warm weather in both the foothills and the high country mean one thing – Mud Season!
Winter backpacking in Rocky Mountain National Park
A weekend where I again assisted with a winter backpacking course.
Backcountry ski repair kit
A simple, functional utilitarian kit for backcountry ski repair. For snowshoeing, too. Read More …
Ski to the Divide – Skinner Hut
A three-day trip to Skinner Hut near Leadville, CO.
The Trail Show #21 – The Florida Trail
The Trail Show #21 – The Florida Trail
Real World vs Chaos
The Real World vs Chaos. Or free time vs work time.
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The Good Way – Bandelier National Monument
A long weekend backpacking in Bandelier National Monument.
My newest gig….
My newest gig: writing for Trail Groove Magazine
Post-Trip Gear List
A few luxury items for after the trip makes the drive home a little more pleasant. Makes a nice transition between the outdoors and home time, too. Read More …
Quick Tip: Key chain ring for gaiters
A quick, inexpensive and simple way to keep long gaiters on winter boots. Read More …
One Weekend – Two Ski Tours
A weekend of two classic ski tours: The Sourdough Traverse and the CMC Ski Trail to Lil Raven
Gear Review: SealSkinz Ultra Grip Gloves
A review of SealSkinz Ultra Grip Gloves. Good, well made gloves..but good for what purpose? Read More …
Rock slides, avalanche terrain and red wax
Two weekends in a row where Ma Nature decided to alter my plans. It was not the outdoor fun I planned, but it was still enjoyable.
Under Cover: Which Hat to Wear
Which hat to wear outdoors? It all depends on the conditions, time of the year and personal preference. Read More …