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Climbing Longs Peak

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

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It dominates the horizon in northern Colorado. It's been photographed by Ansel Adams, has been featured on the Colorado state quarter, and is the most-climbed fourteener in Colorado. At 14,259 feet Longs Peak is also the highest point in Rocky Mountain National Park, and is the only mountain in the park to exceed 14,000 feet. I once "attempted" to summit Longs Peak. I got about two hundred yards...
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Gear Review: The New Dare 2B Stalwart Jacket

Monday, May 25, 2015

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This morning I finally had the opportunity to test the Stalwart Jacket, a new line of outdoor apparel from Dare 2B, an outdoor clothing company out of the United Kingdom. In addition to cycling, running and snow sports, the clothing company also focuses on apparel for hikers. And, just in time for the spring and summer season, Dare 2B has launched a new line of active wear which now includes its...
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Celebrate National Trails Day 2015 at Shenandoah National Park

Thursday, May 21, 2015

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Celebrate American Hiking Society's National Trails Day® in Shenandoah National Park on Saturday, June 6, 2015. In partnership with Shenandoah National Park, the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) invites new hikers and experienced backpackers to learn new trail skills at PATC Trail Patrol's "Beyond the Trailhead" event at Byrd Visitor Center (milepost 51 on Skyline Drive) from 9:15 am to 3:30...
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Aggressive Bear Forces Closure of Mt. LeConte Backcountry Shelter and Cliff Tops Trail

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

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Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have closed Mt. Le Conte Backcountry Shelter and trails to the popular Cliff Tops area due to bear activity until further notice. At this time, trails leading to the summit of Mt. Le Conte remain open, but hikers are strongly encouraged to hike in tight groups of three or more and carry bear spray. Park wildlife staff are currently stationed onsite to...
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Celebrates National Trails Day

Monday, May 18, 2015

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Join park staff and partners on Saturday June 6, to celebrate National Trails Day with a volunteer opportunity to participate in an Appalachian Trail Work Day. The national park is once again working with the Friends of the Smokies, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Regional Office, and the Smoky Mountain Hiking Club to host this large volunteer event. This work day event has taken place in the...
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Celebrate National Trails Day at Big South Fork on Saturday, June 6

Friday, May 15, 2015

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As part of a National Trails Day celebration, the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area will host a day of trail clean-up on Saturday, June 6. Participants should meet at the Bandy Creek Visitor Center by 8:30 a.m. (EDT). Now in its 23rd consecutive year, National Trails Day challenges the public to explore nearby trails, and engage in outdoor recreation activities like hiking, horseback...
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Tourism to Great Smoky Mountains National Park creates $806 Million in Economic Benefit

Friday, May 8, 2015

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A recent National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 10,099,276 visitors to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2014 spent $806,719,900 in communities near the park. That spending supported 12,759 jobs in the local area. "After a record setting year in 2014, we are pleased Great Smoky Mountains National Park continues to provide not only an incredible resource for visitors to explore and enjoy,...
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Go Higher This Summer

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

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Backpacker Magazine Senior Editor and professional mountain guide, Shannon Davis, offers several tips for hikers who want to ascend higher. Whether your goal is to tackle Static Peak Divide in the Grand Tetons, or to summit Mt. Elbert, the highest mountain in Colorado, these useful tips will help you achieve your goals: By the way, in the video, Shannon mentions the "Rest Step". This is...
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Explore Lakeshore Trail on Guided Classic Hike of the Smokies

Friday, May 1, 2015

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Kick off the summer with Friends of the Smokies on a guided hike along Lakeshore Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Bryson City on May 12. Hikers will experience walking through a 365 foot tunnel, along rushing creeks, and up to a cemetery, all while learning about the history of the area. The hike is led by hiking guide and author Danny Bernstein. This hike along a section of the...
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