In late May, we finally made it to Moab. As a Coloradian, Moab is like our neighbor's cool playground that everyone goes too. We spent 3 full days in Moab enjoying the National Parks and playing downtown. We barely scratched the surface of things to do in Moab, so be sure to research exactly what [...]
Category: Hiking
Painted Mines 2019
On a recent visit with a friend, we ventured out to Calhan, Colorado to hike Painted Mines Park. This interpretive park is in the opposite direction of most things in Colorado Springs, you will need to leave town and go east to Calhan. I’m really great at getting lost and with the help of my [...]
Wear it Wednesday | What I packed to wear for a week in the Mountains of Colorado
I've been eagerly waiting for this since moving back to Colorado. A week in the mountains with my family. With my bags packed and I was excited for a week without cell service and avoiding my computer at all costs. Packing List: 5 Tee Shirts or Tanks 3 pairs of shorts 1 pair of jeans [...]
Canon City 2018
Well, the 2018 Shelby's family come to Colorado for vacation was a hit. We had fun to say the least. The closest to a family vacation with all of us before this one was all of us in Vegas a few years ago for my dad's birthday. This was even better. My mom found us [...]
Hiking with Dogs
One of the best investments I ever made in hiking gear, besides good hiking boots, was a backpack for my dog. Asher has a Ruffwear Approach Pack, at least I think that is what he has it's an older model. collapsable bowls- with at least 2 cups of food + treats because yum and [...]
Preparing for a Hike in Colorado
I used to hike a lot on my own when I lived here 4 years ago. But upon moving back I realized how unprepared I was for hiking again. Not to mention I was wildly out of shape, but I couldn't remember what I actually needed to bring for an all-day hike. I mean I [...]
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