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The Ghost of Spanish Rocks
A first ocean scuba dive at Spanish Rocks Reef near Anna Maria Island turns into a mysterious encounter in murky Gulf waters when something unseen bumps the diver twice at 20 feet.
Explore Like Indy: Tracing Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Filming Locations in Arches National Park
Follow in the footsteps of Indiana Jones as you explore Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade filming locations inside Arches National Park. Discover exact spots, tips, and how to recreate iconic scenes.
Lake Dorothy via Arapaho Pass: A Scenic Indian Peaks Wilderness Hike
Hike to Lake Dorothy in Colorado’s Indian Peaks Wilderness via Arapaho Pass and the Fourth of July Trail, with alpine views, waterfalls, and historic mining remnants.
Hiking to Loch Vale, Rocky Mountain National Park: Distance, Difficulty, and What to Expect
Hike to Loch Vale in Rocky Mountain National Park via Alberta Falls and Glacier Gorge. Discover trail details, difficulty, tips, and stunning alpine lake views.
Colorado Trail Segment 1: A Section Hike from South Platte to Indian Creek
Colorado Trail Segment 1: A Section Hike from South Platte to Indian Creek.
Nymph Lake, Dream Lake, and Emerald Lake Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park
Explore Nymph Lake, Dream Lake, and Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park with this scenic hiking guide featuring views of Longs Peak and alpine lakes
Always check your gear
I’m going to tell you a story that happened a long time ago in hopes that it further reminds you to always check your climbing gear. On Sunday, April 9, 2000, my climbing partner and I were climbing a route called Fandango on the First Flatiron in Boulder, Colorado….
Climbing Mt. Rainier: A Self-Guided Ascent of the Ingraham Direct
A self-guided climb of Mt. Rainier via the Ingraham Direct, featuring glacier travel, avalanche danger, and a dramatic summit in Washington.
Winter Hiking Cub Lake | Rocky Mountain National Park Colorado
A winter hike to Cub Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park. Mild temperatures, light snow, and beautiful mountain views made for a memorable return to a childhood hike.
Mt. Bierstadt: A Return to Colorado’s 14ers After 13 Years
Follow a solo hike up Mt. Bierstadt, a Colorado 14er in the Front Range, as I return to high-altitude summits after 13 years away.
From Pool Dreams to Sharks: My First Ocean Encounter in Maui
From Pool Dreams to Sharks: My First Ocean Encounter in Maui
Hiking to Balanced Rock in Rocky Mountain National Park
Hike to Balanced Rock in Rocky Mountain National Park and explore one of the park’s unique rock formations. A short and scenic hike with beautiful mountain views.
Telly Award Winner 2019
I am pleased to announce that we have won a Bronze Telly Award at the 2019 40th Annual Telly Awards for our work for Colorado’s Photojournalist RJ Sangosti in the Documentary Television category. You can watch the Colorado Photojournalist episode on the PBS platform…
The Story of the Rice: A Mt. Rainier Climb, a Buddhist Blessing, and a Broken Omen
A Mt. Rainier climb, a Buddhist blessing, and a mysterious omen—four grains of rice that seemed to predict the fate of a team and their friendship.