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Ideas for Weeknight Camping in Colorado Springs

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Weeknight camping is a novel way to break from routine and might serve as a rejuvenating escape. From […]

October 9, 2022 Adventure Ideas, Backpacking, Blog

Alternatives to Colorado 14ers – Try these beginner ‘scrambles’

Beginner scrambler works his way up a gully on the Kelso Ridge.
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If you’re looking to add some spice to an alpine ascent, you may enjoy ‘scrambling.’ A scramble is a Class 3 or 4 route that mixes hiking with climbing. Here are some suggestions for how to get started scrambling.

October 16, 2021 Adventure Ideas, Blog, Skills

Rain gear for the Colorado Trail

Set of rain gear for Colorado Trail backpacking
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Planning to hike the Colorado Trail? Make sure you’re prepared for Colorado’s monsoon season. Learn more about timing rain on the Colorado Trail and what rain gear to bring to stay happy and dry for the long haul.

March 31, 2021 Backpacking, Gear, The Colorado Trail

The Manitou Incline’s past, present and future

hiker on the Manitou Incline in Colorado
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As hiking heats up across Colorado, the Manitou Incline offers lessons for reclaiming trails and managing crowds.

March 6, 2021 Adventure Ideas, Conservation

Ring the Peak Trail: Advocates work to complete a loop around Pikes Peak

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The Ring the Peak Trail offers lessons for managing Colorado’s rapid recreation growth.

February 4, 2021 Conservation

Ode to used outdoor gear

Author hikes with an old backpack, demonstrating its utility
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Rethinking old outdoor gear can help make the outdoors more accessible

January 10, 2021 Gear

Outdoor gift ideas: budget gear they’ll use

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Looking for outdoor gift ideas for the nature lovers in your life? These items are inexpensive and highly useful. 

January 10, 2021 Gear
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