So you're in Phoenix, Arizona and you want to go for a desert hike. No problem! Camelback Mountain offers a terrific hike in the middle of the city with incredible 360 views and amazing desert plants, cacti, and wildlife. From a distance, the mountain resembles its namesake: a camel's humpy back. I'm not sure if... Continue Reading →
It's Memorial Day weekend 2018 and we remember and honor all that have given their lives for our country. 🇺🇸 Memorial Day weekend in Colorado signals the opening of the Mt. Evans auto road, unless of course, Mother Nature puts her snow boot foot down. The Mt. Evans auto road allows visitors to drive up... Continue Reading →
If you read my previous post "Staunton State Park Hike 1", you will see that I experienced a few trail fails. A week later, I ventured back up to Staunton for a different hike and I remedied those mistakes. This time I brought even more drinking water, more food, and Ibuprofen. I also brought my... Continue Reading →
Staunton State Park is located in Pine, Colorado only 40 Miles southwest of downtown Denver. Staunton opened in May 2013, making it the newest state park and I highly recommend checking it out. I love visiting this park for a few reasons: 1. Well maintained, well marked trails that never feel crowded. Very serene, peaceful.... Continue Reading →
It's springtime in Colorado! The snowshoes and snowboard have been put away in our "fun closet" until next winter. Yes, I said "fun closet"....haha. It's filled with bocce balls, Kubb (a Viking yard game), frisbees, football, basketball, fishing pole, disc golf gear, scuba gear, skis, snowboards, ice skates, camping gadgets, and snowshoes. What can I... Continue Reading →
WEEK ONE in the books of Ragnar's 31 Day Challenge! Check out my previous post "Happy New Year 2018!" for the details on this challenge. Here's a summary, in pics of course, of week 1: Day 1: Aaron and I spent the sunny day snowshoeing at Jones Pass. Fantastic leg workout. Day 2: Aaron and... Continue Reading →
The summer is quickly coming to an end in Denver. In the mountains, it's actually almost winter and some peaks have already received a dusting of fresh snow, including Quandary Peak. I've had "Hiking A 14er Solo" on my bucket list for a bit and I figured I better go for it now before the... Continue Reading →
It's quickly approaching Lazy O'Clock and I've got to make a decision....stay on the couch for the evening with a purring cat and good book OR get off my ass and get outside in the fresh mountain air for an evening hike? Before I could change my mind, I grabbed my running belt armed with... Continue Reading →
This week, myself and three coworkers, set out to hike Mt. Bierstadt, a class 2 Colorado 14er located on Guenella Pass. I have hiked this mountain in the past, but my hiking companions had not. In fact, Bierstadt would be their very first attempt at a 14er climb. While strenuous, an elevation gain of 2900... Continue Reading →
Back in July, Aaron and I set out to summit Grays and Torreys Peaks, two Colorado 14ers. Things didn't go as planned for us that particular day. Check out my previous blog post, "Grays and Torreys (Not quite)" for the full story. Fast forward to Labor Day. We woke up at 3:30am determined to beat... Continue Reading →
Following Your Nose 