A hike to remember: North Rim of the Grand Canyon
After a five-mile hike, we’re sitting on a rock taking in the panoramic view from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon
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Bryce Canyon National Park: Hoodoo you think you’re feeling?
Hoodoos actually have eroded out of cliffs, forming thin walls of rock called fins.Isn’t nature amazing?! Here at Bryce Canyon we are at the top of what is famously called “The Grand Staircase”
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Taking the kids: To a museum safely
Many museums have reopened during the pandemic with restrictions, while many remain shuttered but with excellent virtual programming
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YOU NEVER KNOW WHERE A SUMMER JOB WILL LEAD
I last rafted the Grand Canyon 40 years ago on a trip where we paddled, following the guide’s shouted directions. I was glad for the opportunity to go again, confident that we could raft safely and stay healthy with Western River’s comprehensive COVID-19 mitigation plan
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Family dynamics, safety concerns upend pandemic gatherings
When it comes to big multi-generational families, not everyone is on the same page about what they should do to protect themselves and others, wearing masks, social distancing and washing hands frequently.
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Cure Your Wanderlust on a Grand Canyon Rafting Trip This Fall
If your wanderlust is stronger than ever and you have some flexibility in your schedule, there may be no better time for a Grand Canyon rafting adventure than now.
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Cushy comfort for long walks: Clifton 7 from Hoka One One
We’ve been doing a lot of walking during the Covid Pandemic. At least four miles a day, often more. Our old shoes were wearing thin and feet were beginning to get sore. Then we found the Clifton 7 line from Hoka One One.
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What you really need to pack: From New Headings
The family-owned New Headings is manned longtime outdoors lovers who not only make it easier for travelers to find what they need in one place
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Taking the kids: To Aspen this summer and fall
Everyone who visits Aspen — summer, fall or winter — should make time for an ACES activity, whether guided hike (there are free guided walks), winter snowshoe tours, storytelling, free junior naturalist activity books and the chance to visit the resident rescued Golden Eagle, Red Tailed Hawk and Great Horned Owl that can no longer live in the wild
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Even if it rains, glamping is still fun
For the uninitiated, glamping means experiencing the outdoors without the work or challenges (except maybe weather!) that camping typically requires
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SUN SMARTS: NRS LAYERING SYSTEM
Whether you are hitting the beach, the river, a lake, hiking or fishing, you want to protect yourselves from the sun and there are growing numbers of options for kids as well as adults.
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SOCKS TO GET WET AND MORE
Cold feet can wreck the best-planned water sport fun, whether you are rafting, paddling, canoeing diving, surfing, or snorkeling.
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Staying safe in national parks from COVID, bears, bison and more…
As well as keeping our distance and wearing masks to avoid contracting COVID-19, it’s imperative as we flock to national parks to consider what else we must do to keep ourselves and our families safe
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Dreaming Of The Ultimate Seasonal Destination In France?
Uncover the vacation secrets of the French, the holidays are coming so enjoy the Alps during the festive season, live life and celebrate the way the French do
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PERFORMANCE UNDERWEAR FOR THE OUTDOORS FROM EX OFFICIO
Whether you are a gym rat, a camper or just want to pack light wherever you are going, EXOFFICIO Improved Underwear 2.O is guaranteed to please.
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KEEPING COOL AND LOOKING GOOD DOING IT
Quick drying, breathable, light and providing sun protection. I also like the hidden zipper pocket in Royal Robbins Expedition Long Sleeve Shirt ($75),
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#TIMETOFLY IN SANDALS
HOKA ONE ONE is a brand designed to make running and walking easier, whatever your level. These sandals have maximum cushioning
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SMART GEAR THAT IS COMFY AND LOOKS GOOD!
Mountain HARDWEAR is known for technical gear that also looks good. That’s certainly true of the Crater Lake Hoody
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THE RIGHT BACKPACK!
My Daystar 16 Hydration Pack ($90) works equally well when I’m hiking, biking or just on the go.
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On the road this pandemic summer
We experienced the mask issue firsthand on our 2,850-mile road trip from Colorado to Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, social distancing as much as possible
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The short strange ride on an E-bike, up to Maroon Bells near Aspen CO
We headed up eight miles to the Maroon Bells, one of Colorado’s most iconic rides along Maroon Creek Road from Aspen Highlands to Maroon Lake
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Pizza in Aspen? Pizza in Heaven? This is Colorado
The Gant Aspen not only is Aspen’s only condominium hotel that offers food and beverage right here, but the new artisanal take out pizzas from Boulder’s popular Boss Lady Pizza has proved a huge hit on weekends.
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Pandemic Summer reunion in Crested Butte CO
This Pandemic summer, Elk Avenue has been made one way to allow for more outdoor socially-distanced seating and masks are required for those strolling on Elk Avenue.
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To a unique family-owned Montana ranch
A visit to Flathead Lake Lodge, just south of Glacier NP, this pandemic summer is about a lot more than learning a new sport or upping your skill, visiting kids say, especially after being stuck at home for months.
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Eileen on Denver Channels
Eileen has been interviewed frequently on the morning news of Fox31 Denver and Colorado2 News regarding travel during the pandemic this summer.
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On a Road Trip in Eastern Utah
Many families like to anchor themselves in Moab because they can visit Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, as well as mountain bike, paddleboard, river raft, horseback ride, hike, fish, golf
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A picture perfect day in Jackson Hole WY on the last day of our epic #CovidSummer2020 road trip
The big difference this pandemic summer: Families wearing masks when they are near other people or inside shops. Clerks and restaurant servers are wearing masks too.
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More masks everywhere – including Jackson Hole WY
Certainly, there is a lot to feel anxious about this summer whether you are at home or traveling with spikes in COVID-19 cases in many states. Locals in Wyoming, like elsewhere, say they are nervous seeing so many out of state license plates
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Away from it all: At River Dance Lodge in scenic central Idaho
We’re spending a couple of days in a cabin at River Dance Lodge in Idaho, part of the Row Adventures portfolio, known for their rafting and sea kayaking trips.
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Planning Ahead for Next Year
there are also pluses to waiting until next year. Perhaps there will be a vaccine for COVID-19 that will make travel safer for all of us. And in many cases, you will get an especially good deal if you put down a deposit now.
