Colorado outdoor issues and concerns

Posted on July 31, 2017 by Paul Mags — 13 Comments ↓

Some issues and concerns for Colorado backpacking, hiking, and camping that may not be readily apparent.

Trip planning with Google Maps

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

The Google Maps satellite view is a very useful tool for trip planning. At least it has been for me.

The Colorado RV & Boat Show

Posted on July 10, 2017 by Paul Mags — 11 Comments ↓

A phenomenon that is becoming more common in Colorado.

Snotel Snow Water Equivalent maps

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

A quick and easy way to eyeball Colorado snowpack conditions for your trip planning.

Website of the week: InciWeb

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓

InciWeb is a useful website for knowing how current wildfires may impact a planned trip.

Five more Colorado backpacking loops

Posted on July 20, 2016 by Paul Mags — 5 Comments ↓

Some more backpacking loop ideas for Colorado in the Denver and Boulder area.

Naviagation for the long trails: An overview

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

The Power Point presentation about navigation for the long trails. Covers basics that should be known. May be viewed online; no additional software needed.

Website of the week: Dark Site Finder

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

Looking for a place off the beaten path and with great night skies? Dark Site Finder is a great website for this purpose.

The Colorado Trail: An overview

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Paul Mags — 7 Comments ↓

The Power Point presentation about The Colorado Trail. Covers many of the basics for The Colorado Trail. May be viewed online; no additional software needed.

Backpacking food – weekends or long hikes

Posted on December 22, 2015 by Paul Mags — 5 Comments ↓

A general overview of backpacking food be it for weekend hikes, thru-hikes or something in between.