Ski to the Divide – Skinner Hut
A three-day trip to Skinner Hut near Leadville, CO.
Tag: winter
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
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 …
Guide Gear Winter sleeping bag for car camping
The Sportsman Guide house brand -15F sleeping bags are a great bargain for deep winter car camping. Read More …
Bit Bucket O’ Winter Fun
December and January means shorter days. A good time of the year for day trips. Here are some highlights.
Don’t get stuck – Winter trailhead driving
More people seem to get stuck on the way to or from the winter trail head. Here’s some advice on how not to get stuck…or what to do if you do. Read More …
Quick Tip: Rehabbing wool layers
How to make your wool socks, thermals, hats etc. good as new Read More …
Ski Touring: Wax or Waxless skis?
What’s better for Nordic touring? Wax or Waxless skis? The usual answer: It all depends! Read More …
The Thermos – Best Winter Gear Ever?
A look at why I take a thermos on winter outings Read More …
Wool vs Synthetics – What to wear?
It is now winter. Should trusty wool be used or synthetics? Read on to find out more.
Early Winter
Some early winter hikes and skis in late October through early December
Website of the week – Winter Trekking
With the cold weather hitting Colorado, my mind is turning to winter. Read More …
Gear Review – Balaclava
A gear review of one of the most versatile pieces of outdoor clothing: the balaclava. There are certain pieces of gear and clothing that I have used over the years and have been a constant item in my pack: The Read More …
Fleece reconsidered
Reconsidering the humble fleece jacket for outdoor use. Read More …
Betty Bear Hut – March 2013
A hut trip to the Betty Bear Hut in early March 2013
Winter In the Park – Andrew Skurka’s Winter Backpacking Trip
Winter backpacking and ski touring with Andrew Skurka in Rocky Mountain National Park.