Other Outdoor Jaunts

Natural Bridges and Cedar Mesa: A Bit Obscure

Posted on October 15, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

Exploring two unmarked lesser known canyons in the Natural Bridges National Monument and Cedar Mesa.

Rainy Arches Weekend

Posted on October 8, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

An overnight backpacking trip in Arches National Park and nearby BLM land.

Tushar Mountains Autumn Splendor

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A four day weekend of backpacking, camping, hiking, and rock art exploration in Utah’s third-highest range.

Autumn Equinox in the La Sals

Posted on September 24, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A weekend to bring in the new season. Crisp weather, above treeline delights, and beautiful aspen.

First Week in Moab

Posted on September 12, 2018 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

Getting in some outdoor time as we unpack some stuff, the business is set up and learning to adjust to a new home.

Gray Wolf Mtn S24O

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

A quick overnighter trip in the Mt. Evans Wilderness. Fall weather, elks bugling, a lonely 13er, and caught up with friends.

S24O – Englemann Peak

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

A quick backpacking trip with a good friend. An appropriate way to spend some time before I leave for Canada (and move from the Front Range next month!)

End of the Road (Trip) – Some Thoughts

Posted on July 10, 2018 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

The road trip portion of my sabbatical has come to an end. Here are some random thoughts about being on the road since late November 2017.

Tiptoe through the wildflowers: Another Skurka Guiding Trip

Posted on July 4, 2018 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

Two trips and eight days of guiding. Slushies, alpine views, mountain lakes, fascinating people, skills taught, and lots of wildflowers.

Beyond the 100th Meridian

Posted on June 23, 2018 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓

Heading back to the American West across the High Plains of Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico.