Music in the Trees? Duets with a River? Yes!

Would you walk into a river to play a cello? Or shinny up a tree? Russick Smith does and people can’t get enough of his music adventures.

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Dog Days of Summer? Make Sure Fido is Safe on the Trail

When heading out for a hike with your dog, it’s important to keep your furry friend cool and comfortable on hot summer days. An expert explains how and why in this Denver Post article.

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Hiking Dos and Don'ts

Leave no trace. That’s one of the golden rules of hiking. I spoke to a trail expert who explains the why behind rules you see posted at trailheads throughout Colorado in this Denver Post article.

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Waterfall Hikes in a National Park

There’s just something magical about water cascading over rocks and there’s no better place to hike to waterfalls in Colorado than in Rocky Mountain National Park. My Denver Post article gives details on five killer waterfall hikes.

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Ditch the Car and Take a Bus to Your Next Hike

No car? No problem! You can still enjoy hikes in the great outdoors around Denver’s metro area by using mass transit. I’ve listed dozens of trailheads you can reach without a car in this Denver Post article.

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Dreaming of a Successful Instagram Account for Your Pet?

Can you make money and get free stuff posting adorbs photos of your adventursome pets on Instagram? Yes, find out how these Coloradans are doing it and meet their cute animals.

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A Music Hike in Utah and Other Wonders

Are you in shape for the Moab Music Festival? You can hike, whitewater raft, or take a jet boat to one of their concerts in late summer.

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Yoga in Colorado Includes Scenery at These Studios

I list 5 of Colorado’s most scenic yoga studio’s in this Denver Post article. Bliss out and gaze out at these yoga retreats and studios.

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Don't Like Snow? These Trails Might Be Dry in Winter

Like hiking but not snow? Thanks to Colorado’s 300-plus days of sunshine each year, it’s possible to hike in the winter without wading into a snow drift. Check out my list of Front Range day hikes that might just have dry trails in winter.

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Winter Hiking Gear Tips

You can still hit the trails in Colorado in winter—as long as you prepare with the right gear to keep you safe on snowy and icy trails. I provide tips on a variety of winter hiking gear.

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Things to Do in Buena Vista, CO

If you haven’t been to Buena Vista, Colorado in a while, take note that it’s changed—and you’re going to like it. This beautiful mountain town offers plenty of things to do to fill a weekend and makes for a great getaway.

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