Tips from a Devil's Thumb Ranch Nordic Expert Janet Conneely We connected with Janet Conneely to get the insider scoop on Devil’s Thumb Ranch. Janet, an avid Nordic enthusiast, picked up the thrill of Nordic skiing 12 years ago after retirement! Post-pandemic, she cranked up... Read More Nordic Scoop // June 07, 2024
3 Amazing Ways a Ranch Vacation Changes Your Brain What if your summer getaway made you happier, smarter, and less stressed? If you’re willing to ditch the devices, trade your car for boots and a saddle, and spend a week connecting with your family instead of chauffeuring the swim team carpool, then a ranch vacation might be the mental... Read More Tips & Ideas, Travel Tips // June 03, 2024
River and Stream Safety From the National Park Service Whether you’re floating down a lazy river, fishing, or cooling off from a long day's hike, it is important to understand water safety in and around these tempting waters. Read More Stewardship // June 03, 2024
Be Prepared for Flash Flooding in Colorado From UCHealth Flash flooding in Colorado’s mountains, especially in the vicinity of burn scars, is dangerous because the vegetation that normally absorbs water is gone. During high snowmelt or heavy rain showers, water rushes... Read More Stewardship // June 03, 2024
Raft Right this Summer From Leave No Trace It’s another scorching summer, and that local lazy river is looking pretty nice right now. But before you head to the creek with your floats and your friends, here are a few things to keep in mind… Read More Stewardship // June 03, 2024
Tips from an Aspen Snowmass Nordic Expert Helen Carlsen We sat down with Helen Carlsen, age 66, with over 24 years of skiing experience, to get the inside scoop on the Aspen/Snowmass Nordic Trail System. Helen Carlsen moved to Aspen in 1981 at the age of 21 with a passion for... Read More Nordic Scoop // May 21, 2024
Summer Mountain Escapes: 5 Greener Getaway Ideas Nordic destinations can offer amazing—and sustainable—summer adventures. Here's how to plan the greenest summer vacation ever. Read More Tips & Ideas, Travel Tips // May 07, 2024
Staying Prepared for Wildfires From Camp Colorado If your Colorado vacation winds up involving the unexpected drama of a wildfire, this knowledge and understanding, coupled with prudence, will assist you in being prepared to get out of the path. Always: Provide... Read More Stewardship // May 07, 2024