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Tag: Base Camp @ Grand Lake
Second Creek to Broome Hut
For the past four years, we have been driving past the Second Creek Trailhead as we traveled back and forth to Base Camp @ Grand Lake over Berthoud Pass. Repeatedly, I have mentioned to Stella that we need to venture up the trail to see what is hiding up there. Well, fate had intervened and … Continue reading Second Creek to Broome Hut
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A view from the trail... Second Creek Trial, Berthoud Pass
Stella’s Solo Stand Up Paddle Board Adventure
So, let’s talk about stand up paddle boarding! If you’ve read my (Stella’s) review of our paddle around Willow Creek Reservoir (9/28/19), then you should know that I LOVE to paddle board! When I got my Isle Glider Wood 9’10 in May 2019, I made a goal to paddle all the way around Shadow Mountain … Continue reading Stella’s Solo Stand Up Paddle Board Adventure
Fall Paddle Boarding: Willow Creek Reservoir
Willow Creek Reservoir, Colorado To begin, let me say that standup paddle boarding is my (Stella’s) thing x 100, and my fervor for it has far surpassed my love of kayaking. In May of this year, Larry and I had purchased our first boards from Isle Surf & SUP (the 9’10 and 10’10 Glider Wood). … Continue reading Fall Paddle Boarding: Willow Creek Reservoir
A Moose Sighting…
A moose sighting... each year as the spring unfolds moose wander through Base Camp @ Grand Lake. We have been fortunate to witness these majestic creatures whether out and about on a hike or in the case of the video below, sometimes right out our back door. https://vimeo.com/361944364 So, please enjoy our sightings thus far … Continue reading A Moose Sighting…
Lake Granby: Kayaking & Camping Adventure
After five weeks of planning, our kayak and camping adventure had finally arrived! The preparation for this journey had started on July 30, 2019, when we had ventured into REI to look at tenting gear that would fit our needs, not only for this adventure, but future endeavors as well. Please continue reading to learn … Continue reading Lake Granby: Kayaking & Camping Adventure