I did first two 14ers last year. (Quanadry and Shavano, in that order.) Both solo. Both successful – not just because I summited both but because I felt great after. Tired, for sure, but the feel good kind of tired where you melt…
What’s a 14’er?
Oh, hey. So, you’ve been around some outdoorsy folks and heard them tallying up how many 14’ers they’ve done, or maybe you keep seeing 14’er mentioned and hash-tagged on social media by people you know are more than 14 years old. Now,…
Yes, You Can (and Should) Visit Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs in Winter. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Can you visit Garden of the Gods in winter? Yes, and it’s stunning. Colorado Springs/Manitou Springs’ iconic city park is open and free year-round, and it is worth visiting during the slower winter season. The park is stunning any time of year, but the smaller…
Active Colorado Getaway Manitou Springs: What to do if you have 1, 2, or 3 days
Where do you go when you travel full-time but need a little weekend getaway? Manitou Springs, Colorado, a charming historic small-town just outside of Colorado Springs that is active, affordable, and a little quirky. I’m just back from my second…
