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Mt Princeton Winter 14er Hike Pictures
Mt Princeton Winter 14er Hike Guide

Mt Princeton Winter 14er Hike Guide

February 27, 2023 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

Mt Princeton winter route is an intermediate option for those looking to summit the 14ers during the snowy Colorado months. Unlike most of the year, this hike starts at the lower TH for all hikers adding extra mileage and elevation. However, unlike many other mountains in Colorado, the avalanche risk is fairly low on…

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Lost Rat Couloir Grays Peak Pictures
Grays Peak Lost Rat Couloir Guide

Grays Peak Lost Rat Couloir Guide

February 13, 2023 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

Lost Rat Couloir is a 800ft northeast facing couloir on 14er Grays Peak. This classic snow climb is probably the most interesting way to ascend and descend this relatively boring mountain. Lost Rat typically is climbed from March – late May when snow conditions have stabilized. This couloir faces east on the bottom but…

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What to Pack for Winter Hike
What to Pack for a Winter Hike

What to Pack for a Winter Hike

January 23, 2023 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

What to pack for a winter hike? How will my packing list vary by my objective? In this blog I cover my usual list of items that I find in my bag and how to pack for a winter hike vs a hike during other times of the year. Keep in mind that what…

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Responsibly Flying a Drone While Hiking
Responsibly Flying a Drone While Hiking

Responsibly Flying a Drone While Hiking

January 16, 2023 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 1 comment

Drones have become increasingly more popular among outdoor recreationalists, especially with hikers and backpackers. Drones have countless uses in the backcountry including search and rescue, mapping out difficult to reach areas, tracking animals, educating outdoor recreationalists and of course creating some pretty unique photos and videos. Chances are, if you ask one of your…

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Moro Rock Hike Pictures
Moro Rock Sequoia National Park Hike

Moro Rock Sequoia National Park Hike

December 13, 2022 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

Moro Rock is a quick hike that takes hikers up to a unique dome viewpoint within Sequoia National Park in California. The paved path up to the top of this granite dome is narrow in spots with some fairly big drop offs along the way to the top. However, the entire hike is fenced…

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General Sherman Tree Hike Pictures
General Sherman Tree Hike Guide

General Sherman Tree Hike Guide

December 13, 2022 The Virtual Sherpa Comments 0 Comment

General Sherman tree hike takes hikers to the biggest tree in the world by mass. The walk to the tree is unique, picturesque and best of all – short! However, for hikers looking to make a longer day, the General Sherman is also a great jumping off point for additional trails.  General Sherman Tree…

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