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Outdoor Life: Royal Gorge

Looking for an unforgettable journey into the sky? This is an adventure that the whole family will love! Suspend yourself above the Arkansas River and get ready to walk the plank across the highest suspension bridge in the United States! Royal Gorge Bridge is a tourist attraction that was built in 1929 and includes a 360 acre park for your family to enjoy. This suspension bridge hangs 955 ft. into the air and spans a quarter mile over the canyon. The Royal Gorge is one of the most massive gorges in the world and is often referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Arkansas River. It was created from a small flowing stream that carved the canyon out of… Read More →

Outdoor Life: Vail Colorado

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The snowflakes are falling and you know what that means! It’s ski season baby! Waking up before the sun rises, battling the icy road conditions, and cramming your feet into the most uncomfortable boots just so you can ride down the most pristine lines of the mountain’s snowy paradise. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or have the luxury of hitting the slopes during the week, drive those extra miles and plan a ski trip to Vail Colorado! Vail is the biggest and most popular ski resort in the United States. With 5,289 acres of mountain skiing, the possibilities are endless! Vail has 31 chair lifts, 193 runs, and 3 different terrain parks. The mountain is divided with the Front Side,… Read More →

Outdoor Life: Cave Of The Winds

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Everyone wants to feel like a kid again. Exploring something new and mysterious is educational and is also fun! Expand your curiosity and learn some intriguing information along the way as you venture through the dark and spooky Cave of the Winds! Cave of the Winds was discovered in 1881 and is one of the highest caves in the United States, perched at 7,000ft! They offer two types of tours for your enjoyment. The Discovery Tour is the most popular and good for beginners and families. The cave temperature sits at 52 degrees so wear a jacket to avoid getting chilly. They also highly recommend you wear tennis shoes or hiking boots. This is a 45 minute educational tour that… Read More →

Outdoor Life: Crater Lakes

Feel like going out there and braving the cold? With beautiful mountain lakes and snow capped peaks all around you, how could you not!? Gear up in some warm clothes and let’s take an adventurous winter hike to Crater Lakes! This trail is part of the James Peak Wilderness and will lead you to five alpine lakes. The lower lakes round trip estimate is about 6 miles and if you want to continue along to the upper lakes, it will take an extra 2.2 miles. Your ending elevation will be 10,632 ft. with a total elevation gain of 1,523 ft.! The trail is well maintained but is difficult to spot if there is a lot of snow coverage. If you want… Read More →

Outdoor Life: Mt. Evans

Afraid of heights? Well even if you are, this trip up the highest paved road in North America is well worth the ride. Grab the whole family and pack a jacket because we’re taking a journey up the winding, twisting road to the top of Mount Evans! Get ready for some beautiful mountain scenery, right from your car! The Mount Evans scenic byway is just 60 miles west of Denver. Climb 7,000 ft in just 28 miles to the 14,264 ft. summit. At the beginning of your journey, pull off and enjoy the views of Echo Lake. There are picnic tables if you would like to pack a lunch, fishing, and hiking trails. The grass in this area is full… Read More →

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