Beginner’s Guides

How to take a toddler on a trailer camping trip

We took the plunge and bought a travel trailer. Now how do we set it up to be toddler-friendly? Read more
Beginner’s Campground Guide: Guanella Pass near Georgetown, CO

Guanella Pass is just over one hour from Denver. At 10,000 feet of elevation, it’s a much-needed escape from the city heat during the summer. Despite being that high up, it’s still easy to get to and not *that* far from civilization. The campground provides a great jumping off point for lots of hiking (also… Read more
Beginner’s guide to staying warm on winter runs

I’ve been over (and under) dressing for winter running for years. It takes some trial and error, some sweaty days and some numb fingers as you dial in what layers to wear when. This beginner-friendly (and slow-runner friendly) guide will help you get a head start so you won’t freezing your booty off this winter! Read more
Beginner’s Travel Guide: Leaf Peeping in Crested Butte

Leaf peeping in Crested Butte totally lives up to the hype. But the options can feel a little overwhelming, the lodging expensive…and the trails a little steep. Crested Butte’s beauty is the result of a lot of big mountains erupting straight up out the valley it’s situated in. I was worried about finding beginner-friendly hiking… Read more
How to take a baby on a camper van trip

Camper vans feel especially safe during a pandemic, but navigating the options with a baby isn’t easy. This is how I handled a baby on board for two Colorado road trips. Read more
Beginner’s guide to your first backpacking trip

Editors Note: This post was written by my partner, Billy. I’ve yet to go backpacking, mostly because the initial start-up cost of gear is significant. *However* his beginner’s experience taught me that backpacking is a lot more beginner-friendly than I had assumed, and I thought it was important (and helpful) for him to share it! Read more