Summer arrives with a sweet equilibrium here in the Roaring Fork Valley. Warm days on the trail are followed by cool evening strolls. Extended hours of sunshine are complimented with refreshing evening glows over the silhouettes of the peaks. The season’s energy is enriched by the people with which your experiences are shared. Students are… Read more
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Gear up! Colorado Brands We Love
The proper outdoor gear is essential to any recreational activity. Without it, consequences range from uncomfortable to life-threatening. But with the right equipment, adventures can go from good to great. Choosing between brands can be confusing. But you’re in Colorado, so why not go with the ones that are product-tested in the heart of the… Read more
Hiking 14-ers: Mt. Massive
Little Nell Lead Adventure Specialist Kane Hudson is continuing his quest to hike all the peaks in Colorado over 14,000 feet (known as “14-ers”). He recently hiked Mt. Massive, elevation 14,428 feet, which is the second tallest peak in Colorado. Hiking up Mt. Massive I headed over Independence Pass recently for a try at another 14er — Mt. Massive. Just south… Read more
Hiking 14ers – The Collegiates
Our intrepid Lead Adventure Specialist, Kane Hudson, recently tackled a few of the Collegiate Peaks in his quest to hike all of the mountains over 14,000 feet in Colorado (more commonly referred to as “14ers”). Here are his hiking notes/images from the trail… Mount Yale I headed over to Buena Vista and enjoyed some great… Read more
Fall Adventures
Fall musings from The Little Nell’s Lead Adventure Specialist, Kane Hudson: Autumn has officially started, and the weather has been perfect these last few days here in Aspen. If you can make the time for some fall foliage tours, Aspen would be a great hub for your travels. Here are a couple scenes from the… Read more