Buffalo Mountain Loop – Eagles Nest Wilderness

Mountains abound in all directions and the trail drives forward through alpine grasses and wildflowers spreading out as far as the eye can see It doesn't matter how many times we head up into the mountains in Colorado, it never gets old and it always rewards us with the most amazing opportunities for viewing sunsets, … Continue reading Buffalo Mountain Loop – Eagles Nest Wilderness

Woodland Lake, Skyscraper Reservoir and Instense Thunderstorms

In what felt like an eternity, a half hour had passed and the storm was drifting down the valley to lower terrain, echoing with guttural thundering all the way. The Hessie Trailhead is a great place to begin an adventure into the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Located just west of Boulder, CO and in close proximity … Continue reading Woodland Lake, Skyscraper Reservoir and Instense Thunderstorms

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FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 21 – 28)

The title says it all, “From the Airport to the Alpine”, this series is all about getting to and from Colorado trailheads and towns via Denver International Airport (or perhaps smaller regional mountain airports) without the need of renting a vehicle by using public transportation and other creative methods. With gas prices going up and … Continue reading FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 21 – 28)

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FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 16 – 20)

As we get deeper into the Colorado Trail, many of these trailheads become more remote and require a bit more traveling to get to. We will do our best to find the best routes possible. In some cases this may require more walking, starting at trailheads that are accessible when the CT is not or … Continue reading FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 16 – 20)

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FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 12 – 15)

The title says it all, "From the Airport to the Alpine”, this series is all about getting to and from Colorado trailheads and towns via Denver International Airport without the need of renting a vehicle by using public transportation and other creative methods. With gas prices going up and trailheads overcrowded, these transportation choices look … Continue reading FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 12 – 15)

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FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 6 – 11)

The title says it all, "From the Airport to the Alpine”, this series is all about getting to and from Colorado trailheads and towns via Denver International Airport without the need of renting a vehicle by using public transportation and other creative methods. With gas prices going up and trailheads overcrowded, these transportation choices look … Continue reading FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE ALPINE: THE COLORADO TRAIL (SEGMENTS 6 – 11)

From the Airport to the Alpine: The Colorado Trail (Segments 1 – 5)

The title says it all, from "The Airport to the Alpine", this series is all about getting to and from Colorado trailheads and towns via Denver International Airport without the need of renting a vehicle by using public transportation and other creative methods. With gas prices going up and trailheads overcrowded, these transportation choices look … Continue reading From the Airport to the Alpine: The Colorado Trail (Segments 1 – 5)

Interview With The Hike Podcast

The MAD Hippies: From High School Sweethearts to Backpacking Couple by Lori Prima (Season 5 Episode 27) Get to know Miller and Debbie's approach to hiking as a couple, the road to the Colorado Trail, selecting gear, considerations when hiking with their chihuahuas, and how both of them find their trail time to be therapeutic.Lori … Continue reading Interview With The Hike Podcast

The Journey Begins Where the Trail Fades

We walk in nature to immerse ourselves in the raw purity of the natural world hoping to regenerate the balance of body, mind and soulMAD Hippies' Life As we near our 40 year mark, we wanted to define just what MAD Hippies' Life is. Certainly we have grown and matured throughout our lives together and … Continue reading The Journey Begins Where the Trail Fades

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Outside Comfort Zone Interview – Women and Hiking

Listen in on Outside Comfort Zone's live vlog as Debbie and a panel of other women share their experiences, tips and tricks after thru hiking the Colorado Trail https://youtu.be/JaagsWf9bCg