Boots for Winter 14ers | Five Best Options
While approach shoes or light hiking shoes work well for 14ers in the summer, winter’s a different situation. You should plan on getting boots for winter 14ers to stay dry and warm amid snowy, cold
How Many Fourteeners Are In Colorado: 53 or 58? There’s No Easy Answer
How many fourteeners are in Colorado? Depending on who you ask, and what time of year it is, you may get different answers, because of the multiple ways people define a “true” fourteener. Not all
Colorado Rocky Mountain Quotes | 24 Inspiring Sayings
When you think of Colorado, you can’t help but imagine the snow-capped peaks of the southern Rocky Mountains. Colorado today is so closely identified with this range, many people don’t know that the Mountains extend
Best Gloves for 14ers | My Advice & Recommendations
People often ask me “what are the best gloves for 14ers?” On Class 1 fourteeners, nothing more than a hike, gloves aren’t usually necessary. However when scrambling or climbing on Class 2, 3 or 4
Mary Cronin, An Inspiration | The First Woman 14er Finisher
Long before thousands of Coloradans spent their weekends trudging to the top of the states’ fourteeners, the state’s pioneering mountaineers ranged across these mountains, often members of the Colorado Mountain Club. In 1933, Mary Cronin,
What are the Classes of 14ers? 5 Easy Descriptions
One of the best things about Colorado’s 14ers is the range of difficulty they present. But what are the classes of 14ers? You’ll find peaks where you can summit with a hike, scramble, or full
Hiking 14ers in November | Tips for Safe & Successful Summits
Spring and fall in the Rocky Mountains are inherently unpredictable seasons. This can make hiking 14ers in November difficult and hard to plan for properly. Temperatures in November can range between 35 degrees and -10
Colorado 14er Gift Ideas | 29 Presents for Peak Baggers
If you’ve got a 14er peak bagger among your friends and family, it’s a great opportunity to find a gift that fits their unique hobby and interest. As an avid 14er climber myself, I spend
What Are The Ten Essentials? The 10 Most Essential Gear Items
Every year, thousands of people get injured or lost while exploring the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Usually, search and rescue crews are able to save them. However, for a few dozen individuals, rescue comes too late.
How to Protect Yourself from Wildfire Smoke in Colorado
If you live in Colorado, take a glance out your window. There’s a strong chance you’ll see and smell the smoke coming from multiple large wildfires burning currently in the state. While the fires have