Colorado outdoor issues and concerns
Some issues and concerns for Colorado backpacking, hiking, and camping that may not be readily apparent. Read More …
Category: Trip Planning
Trips ideas and how to plan you own.
Trip planning with Google Maps
The Google Maps satellite view is a very useful tool for trip planning. At least it has been for me. Read More …
The Colorado RV & Boat Show
A phenomenon that is becoming more common in Colorado. Read More …
Snotel Snow Water Equivalent maps
A quick and easy way to eyeball Colorado snowpack conditions for your trip planning. Read More …
Website of the week: InciWeb
InciWeb is a useful website for knowing how current wildfires may impact a planned trip. Read More …
Five more Colorado backpacking loops
Some more backpacking loop ideas for Colorado in the Denver and Boulder area. Read More …
Naviagation for the long trails: An overview
The Power Point presentation about navigation for the long trails. Covers basics that should be known. May be viewed online; no additional software needed. Read More …
Website of the week: Dark Site Finder
Looking for a place off the beaten path and with great night skies? Dark Site Finder is a great website for this purpose. Read More …
The Colorado Trail: An overview
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. Read More …
Backpacking food – weekends or long hikes
A general overview of backpacking food be it for weekend hikes, thru-hikes or something in between. Read More …
An Outdoor Guide to Boulder, Colorado
Things to do, see and explore while in Boulder, Colorado. Read More …
Website of the week: National Weather Service – NOAA
A great website for forecasting weather in backcountry areas. Read More …
Website of the week: CalTopo
A great website for that essential of backcountry navigation – maps! Read More …
Colorado transit options for the outdoors
How to access Colorado backpacking destinations without an automobile. Read More …
How to find a good campsite
Some tips and ideas to find a campsite that is comfortable, away from the crowds and less critter prone. Read More …
Off-season backpacking destinations in Colorado
Some ideas for spring or late fall shoulder season backpacking destinations in Colorado.
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Rustic Luxury- Pack for a 10th Mountain Hut
A trip to a 10th Mountain Hut can be an enjoyable and memorable experience. But what are the logistics for a trip to a 10th Mountain Hut? Read More …
Website of the week – FreeCampsites.net
On outdoor trips with long drives, a quick campsite is often needed. Here’s a great resource for finding free sites. Read More …