Dave Carlos ~ Backcountry Adventurer Hi fellow adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. My name is Dave, and this is the story of my very first backpacking trip and backcountry adventure in the beautiful state of Colorado! And, it all began with a good friend and coworker of mine, Larry, who is the man behind the scenes … Continue reading Dave’s Backcountry Adventure
I (Stella) do not balk at paying a higher price for good quality clothing and/or gear. However, when I first viewed this jacket at the local REI, I was a bit taken aback by the sticker price. To me, the jacket had looked like nothing more than a flimsy piece of fabric. On that particular … Continue reading Arc’teryx Tenquille Hoody – Women’s
Granite Falls, located on the western side of Rocky Mountain National Park, from the Green Mountain Trailhead, is about an eleven-mile out and back hike. So, what does one do on the second day of summer with the threat of rain, snow and/or thunder on the return portion of the hike? Well, Stella, who does … Continue reading Return to Granite Falls…
As Winter 2016 was starting to settle in, I decided that it was finally time to seek out a replacement for my well-aged winter coat. I knew that we would be embarking upon a lot of hiking, snowshoeing and Nordic skiing adventures in the future, so functionality and versatility were top priorities. Fit: I am … Continue reading Arc’Teryx Beta LT Jacket