Via Ferrata Delle Trincee is an amazing route in the Dolomites of Italy. The hike starts at Passo Fedaia and works up a steep series of hills to reach the base of the climb. The via ferrata starts with the hardest crux which is about 60 meters of very steep and exposed climbing. Once…
The Beaver Brook trail in Colorado is a 9.7 mile one way trail located in the Front Range of Colorado. This trail is very popular for the first sections as it connects with the Chavez Trail off I70 on one end and the Windy Point overlook in Golden on the other. Although this trail…
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…
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…
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…
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…