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Embracing the Pulaski – The Colorado Trail

Posted onJune 19, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Some trail work on segments 12 and 14 of The Colorado Trail (East) over two days with some friends old and new. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, Colorado Trail, trail work

Olive Ridge camping weekend

Posted onJune 12, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

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 …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagscamping, Colorado, RMNP

May Day Snowy Birthday

Posted onMay 19, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

My original plans were delayed a day for New Mexico. So I took a snowy walk in the foothills instead for my birthday. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsBoulder, Colorado, foothills

More weekend climbing

Posted onMay 15, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

Some multi-pitch climbing to get ready for some overnight alpine climbs this summer. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsclimbing, Colorado

Spring in Dominguez Canyon

Posted onMay 8, 2017February 24, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

A trip to the red rock country near Grand Junction, CO. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, Colorado Plateau, Dominguez Canyon

The Golden Gauntlet

Posted onApril 10, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

An ~25 miles and 4500′ gain hike within the town of Golden, CO. A mix of single track, bike paths, and road walking. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsbrew hike, Colorado, Golden, The Golden Gauntlet

Colorado Canyon Country

Posted onMarch 27, 2017June 4, 2019AuthorPaul Mags8 Comments

Some time spent in the Black Ridge Canyon Wilderness outside of Grand Junction, Colorado. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsBlack Ridge Canyon Wilderness, Colorado, Colorado National Monument, Colorado Plateau

Some weekend climbing

Posted onMarch 22, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A rare day of climbing for me. But anytime in the outdoors, and using unfamiliar skills, only enhances the overall skill set. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsclimbing, Colorado

Twilight to Moonlight : On-call stroll

Posted onMarch 13, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Making the best use of time bank funds even when on call. Read More …

CategoriesMusings, Other Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, foothills, High Plains, time bank

Top Campsites – A Baker’s Dozen

Posted onFebruary 28, 2017April 6, 2018AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A look at thirteen of my favorite campsites from over the years. Read More …

CategoriesMusings, Other Outdoor JauntsTagsAncestral Pueblo, Appalachian Trail, camping, campsites, Colorado, Colorado Plateau, Colorado Trail, High Plains, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, utah, winter, Wyoming

Benedict Hut – Another ski weekend

Posted onFebruary 27, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A weekend of skiing, eating, some adult libations, and winter scenery while catching up with another friend. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, hut trip, ski, winter

Off-trail exploring at Brainard Lake

Posted onFebruary 21, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Turning what could have been a difficult day of skiing into a memorable jaunt. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, off trail, skiing, winter

Harry Gates Hut – Spring in February

Posted onFebruary 20, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A trip to Harry Gates Hut with spring-like conditions. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, hut trip, ski, winter

A peaceful backpack

Posted onJanuary 30, 2017January 30, 2017AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A quick overnighter in Peaceful Valley. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsbackpacking, camping, Colorado, skiing, winter

Wapiti Loop – Catching up on skis

Posted onJanuary 25, 2017March 21, 2018AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A classic ski tour lollipop. And a chance to catch up with a friend. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, fat biking, skiing, winter

Urban wildness: A peaceful setting found

Posted onJanuary 23, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A bit of wildness found nearby. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, hiking, Wildness

Foothills and Frost: Winter camping and hiking

Posted onJanuary 16, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Some catching up with a friend with some winter camping and hiking in the foothills outside of Boulder, Colorado. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagscamping, Colorado, winter

Exploratory Ski – Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Posted onJanuary 9, 2017July 4, 2018AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

An old favorite is skied for the first time. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, Golden Gate Canyon State Park, ski, winter

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We went to an obscure area outside Moab that we su We went to an obscure area outside Moab that we suspect has little use. 
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We found old pack trails getting reclaimed by nature, old cattle troughs, no mentions in guidebooks, and USGS quads giving us the most reliable info. 
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Along the way, we saw faint rock images, Doug firs, and desert big horns (Alas, I only had my phone accessible.)
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We'll need to poke around the nooks and crannies of this area in the future.
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A weekend in the Abajo Mountains about an hour sou A weekend in the Abajo Mountains about an hour south of us. 
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We enjoyed fall weather and a favorite sunset view that takes in much of the landscape we call home. From the summit of this mountain, we can see Bears Ears, Navajo Mountain, Ute Mountain, the San Juans, Canyonlands, Beef Basin, the La Sals, "Behind the Rocks," Comb Ridge, and even all the way to Ship Rock, among other places.
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 It is a special place and one of our favorites.
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Along the way, we saw a bit of fall color, dendroglyphs showing the local ranching history, and a much older Pueblo site.
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It is a little early for our return to canyon coun It is a little early for our return to canyon country, but we received an overview of another place we plan to volunteer over the coming year.
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Also gave us a chance to see new things in a familiar place.
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Though hot during the day, the nights and mornings provide bliss with cool temperatures. Perfect camping weather with the crickets chirping, the Milky Way above, and shooting stars on the horizon.
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If I have a philosophy about lightweight backpacki If I have a philosophy about lightweight backpacking, it is that taking fewer items and a more minimalist philosophy make for fewer pounds carried. And that it’s a system, not the individual pieces of gear, that matters overall.
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The items you carry and how they work together make for a lighter load overall.
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In the same way, I started looking at the overall system I use for couples’ backpacking. It is easy to fall into the trap of only looking at individual pieces of gear on a spreadsheet and not the overall equipment carried by two people. 
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Even more so than my solo backpacking, looking at the gear system for both of us combined lets us save weight, hike more efficiently, be safe and comfortable, and (most of all) enjoy our time together in the backcountry.
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