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  It’s that time of year again where everyone gets to take a look back at the mental snapshots they have collected, put them all together, and decipher what meaning they gave to three-hundred-and-sixty-five days. Was this a “good” year? Was this a “bad” year? My year was great. I’m not trying to gloat here – I made my fair share of mistakes. I had a good amount of rainy days. At points I felt completely exhausted, overwhelmed and clueless…

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Take a moment to think about the distractions that are surrounding you, right now, at this very moment. Ready, set, go!  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Did you ironically get distracted from finding your current distractions like me? I often find myself starting one thing, and easily get caught up in other ideas around me. While you are trying to accomplish task A, you can’t stop thinking about how you still…

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Ahh, Fall – the time of year when you get to hear leaves crunching under your feet, and the beautiful sound of a breeze passing through golden aspens as the leaves flutter. There is only a short window of time when you can see peak fall colors in various locations across Colorado, so I have highlighted some of my favorite locations with information on the best time to go for optimal viewing. Whether you are looking for a hike or…

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Sharing the outdoors with your furry friend can reap huge rewards. There is nothing quite like sharing something you love with a furry face that always looks happily back at you, shares your excitement and also likes to cuddle. Especially the cuddles. I have had the pleasure of camping, backpacking and hiking everything from trail runs to 14ers with my most faithful outdoor companion. I love the way my dog starts freaking out when I pull out my camping or…

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I’m currently sitting on the edge of Lake Brienz, right after a morning run, enjoying coffee in one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. There is a consistent sound of chirping birds and soft splashes from ducks and fish in the lake. It sounds like one of those overpriced CDs that help lull you to sleep. There are plants everywhere – vines growing up walls and crevices, moss covers all the trees, and pops of color in…

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Solo travel: have you ever gone somewhere purely on your own motivation? I recently returned from a solo trip to California – it’s the first time I’ve traveled without friends in years. I had a last minute opportunity come up where I had a week off work – so I decided to take full advantage of it and book the cheapest flight I could find. I did stay with family members I am incredibly blessed to have and spent some…

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I’ve been traveling a lot lately, and have been so lucky to see many new places. I typically plan out destinations and have a clear idea of what I will be seeing on my travels – I find comfort in having knowledge of a particular region before I arrive. I am starting to realize sometimes I set expectations for the places I go that affect the experience I have within them – I know I can’t be the only one…

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There is a certain element of winter exploration that I find particularly hypnotizing. The world is a bit quieter, things appear to be still, and the sunshine makes snow look like massive fields of glitter. Fewer people are willing to brave out the cold, and you are rewarded with a great amount of solace and often have trails all to yourself. It’s magnificent. I recently took a weekend getaway to explore some ice caves and frozen waterfalls – they did…

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What a year it’s been! At the close of 2016, I’ve been reflecting a lot on the adventures that I was lucky enough to take, and the people who I was blessed to share them with. I hope you are able to ponder what made this year unique to you. I found that I transformed the most when I was outside; whether I was just sitting and soaking up views or struggling to endure some of nature’s elements. Let me…

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I hope I’m not the only one who gets super attached to a good pair of boots. It’s easy to look down at your feet and feel connected to all of the places they take you blister-free and dry. A pair of shoes can either make or break your outdoor activities. The right boots will be your must-have on any adventure and last for years. But what happens when you start to realize your favorite piece of gear needs to…

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