Elevation Outdoors Magazine

10/18/2024

Longtime USFS wilderness manager and adventurer, Jonathan Klein, heads off on an epic canoe journey in the search for the authentic wild in his new book, Back to the Trees and Caves. In this exclusive excerpt he talks about how he built a career that kept him in the outdoors and how all we have left that’s protected here in the Lower 48 is really only “Wilderness-ish.”

Read on with the link🗻

10/12/2024

Road Trip to Utah’s First National Park! It may be nine hours—600 miles—from Denver to Zion, but there’s adventure to be had along the way, and the majesty of the canyon carved by the Virgin River is like nowhere else.

We packed the new Toyota Grand Highlander to the gills (it holds more than the Sequoia and looks like a big 4Runner) with our two kids and made a run well past the state line into Utah.

10/10/2024

Take a break from your outdoor adventure road trip to check out these can’t-miss spots.

Sure, you are hitting the road to find spots to hike, bike, camp, run, climb, paddle, fish, and find adventure in the outdoors this summer—but there are plenty of reasons to stop and check out these wonderful, sometimes weird, spots along the way.

10/08/2024

A mountain runner learns to redirect her energy when plans for a challenging run high in the Alps turn sour.

"Only an adrenaline endurance weirdo thinks that running 139 miles with nearly 46K of vertical gain would be relaxing. Did I have unreasonable standards for myself? Yes. This much I knew."

10/04/2024

Imagine looking directly into a grizzly bear’s eyes or seeing a moose calf take its very first steps, or watching an osprey dive to pluck a fish from the water or witnessing the majestic speed of a pronghorn as it bobs and weaves at mock speed through the sage.

Moments like these touch our souls, awaken the conservationist within, and remind us how important it is to protect our public lands, open spaces, and the critical and irreplaceable habitats they support.

If this sounds dreamy, pack your binoculars, camera, and sense of adventure and prepare to embark on one of our favorite wildlife-watching road trips.

10/02/2024

Navigational aids or visual blight? Spray-painted trail markers on Longs Peak’s historic Keyhole Route spark debate about safety versus wilderness preservation.

“When put up by a land manager, spray paint and rock cairns are great directional resources...But when folks build cairns for fun or art, it can lead to dangerous situations of leading hikers off-route and disturbing habitats.”

Read on with the link🔴

Navigational aids or visual blight? Spray-painted trail markers on Longs Peak’s historic Keyhole Route spark debate about safety versus wilderness preservation. Longs Peak looms prominently over the northern skyline of Colorado, a siren call to those drawn by its majesty. With the 14,259-foot summ...

09/30/2024

Making science and nature education fun is the goal of a husband-and-wife team of entertainers from Boulder.

Since 2008, Jeff Kagan and Paige Doughty, who perform as Jeff & Paige, bring science and nature to life through kid-delighting music and stories mainly for ages three to nine. They use songs, storytelling, and interactive play to engage kids with nature, music, and movement.

“We’re best known for being that initial spark for preschoolers by introducing them to concepts of nature and environment...”

Read on with the link below🎶

Husband-Wife Entertainers Teach Science and Nature Through Song Making science and nature education fun is the goal of a husband-and-wife team of entertainers from Boulder. Since 2008, Jeff Kagan and Paige Doughty, who perform as Jeff & Paige, bring science and nature to life through kid-delighting....

09/30/2024

Wildcat Mountaineering opens its doors on Lyons’ Main Street, offering stellar outdoor gear and a vibrant social scene.

This place invites like-minded adventurers to share stories and shop for premium gear and apparel for rock climbing, camping, hiking, mountaineering, skiing, splitboarding, fly fishing, whitewater kayaking, and mountain biking.

Learn more with the link below!

Wildcat Mountaineering opens its doors on Lyons’ Main Street, offering stellar outdoor gear and a vibrant social scene. Considered by many as the Double Gateway to the Rockies, Lyons is a charming, eclectic town perched at the confluence of the North and South Saint Vrain Creeks. Secluded yet cent...

09/28/2024

Are you dreaming of gently rolling single track across open mountain meadows, or careening through banked hairpins down a rocky slope? Then it's time to buy your first mountain bike!

A one-bike-rides-all option is nearly impossible to find, but pros suggest the best bike for you can be found if you get specific about what you most want to ride. Read on with the link below.

Buying your first mountain bike? Find your home on the range. Are you dreaming of gently rolling single track across open mountain meadows, or careening through banked hairpins down a rocky slope? A one-bike-rides-all option is nearly impossible to find, but pros suggest the best bike for you can be...

09/26/2024

Iceland has certainly been discovered by Instagrammers and other tourists but there are still plenty of places to explore here. The best way to do it? Take the ultimate road trip on the island’s famed Ring Road and hit spots known and unknown.

Read on with the link below!

09/25/2024

Last week, Dustin Schaefer captured this photo of the moon over Lift 4 at Loveland Ski Area—it's like the moon knows that they are just days away from firing up the snowguns for the 2024/25 season!

Last year, Loveland opened on November 10, 2023, and aims to open sometime in late October or early November! So dust off that gear and get excited😎 ⛷️

09/24/2024

Let me know this for Elevation Outdoors Magazine. Could you tell me your favorite run and après activity at your favorite Colorado ski/snowboard resort (Jackson and Taos, too)?

09/24/2024

Experience the exhilarating heights and breathtaking scenery of Colorado’s best via ferratas year-round:

Nowadays, you can scramble through rocky terrain with ease—and nominal climbing experience—on popular via ferrata routes around the Centennial State. For those seeking the thrill of rock climbing who don’t yet have the gear or technical skills, these Colorado via ferratas should satisfy that itch to get into the alpine.

09/22/2024

Happy first day of Autumn adventurers🍁 🍂

📸 : Ronda Kimbrow courtesy of Getty Images
📍 : Fall season along the valley below Mt Sneffels in the San Juan Mountain Range outside of Telluride Colorado

09/21/2024

Don’t be surprised if you see a gaggle of girls wielding chainsaws as part of Colorado’s wildfire mitigation efforts. Steamboat Springs’ Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is fielding an all-woman chainsaw crew, firing up their blades for fire-suppression work throughout Northwest Colorado.

“There’s a special dynamic when it’s all women, we feel really comfortable around each other...It’s empowering and a super badass team. We’re a saw crew just like anyone else, but even better.”

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps debuts its all-woman chainsaw crew. Don’t be surprised if you see a gaggle of girls wielding chainsaws as part of Colorado’s wildfire mitigation efforts this summer. Steamboat Springs’ Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC) is fielding an all-woman chainsaw crew, firing u...

09/20/2024

This hardware is the real deal. We asked our core contributors to pick the gear they use the most and performs the best for them to determine who wins these bi-annual awards. We present to you, the outdoor products that make our lives better.

09/19/2024

Caroline Gleich’s candidacy is about more than winning a senate seat in a red state—it’s about the outdoors taking its rightful place in the national discourse.

Gleich represents what those of us who spend time in this space have known for a long time: Outdoor recreation and conservation belong in the national conversation and in our politics.

Caroline Gleich’s candidacy is about more than winning a senate seat in a red state—it’s about the outdoors taking its rightful place in the national discourse. This spring, Caroline Gleich stepped up to take a job no one else seemed to want—running against an at-the-time unnamed Republican ...

08/31/2024

Have you checked out our newest issue? This bad boy is packed with the best gear for travel, roadside attractions, tips and tales from Estes Park to Iceland, and much more. We also polled our staff to bring you the latest edition of EO‘s Peak Gear Awards—the best stuff to help you enjoy the outdoors as determined by our staff and contributors.

Pick up your copy or start browsing some of this issue's stories with the link: https://heyor.ca/mzJ2OD

📸 On the Cover: Connor Scalbom chillaxes at sunset in a self-portrait in front of his Tune M1 truck camper in Mammoth, California. | https://heyor.ca/YbQUGf

08/31/2024

The Rock Fight, a podcast dedicated to keeping the outdoor industry in line, touched base with our fearless editor-in-chief and journalist, Doug Schnitzpahn, to talk about how the industry has lost its way.

Doug has been in and around the outdoor industry since the 1990s. He believes that changes in the outdoor trade show scene have come with other consequences and that the outdoor industry has been de-centered.

Listen in to their convo about events, recreation, politics, and getting our industry back on track.

08/28/2024

Travel season is upon us, so we rounded up gear that will up your experience whether you are heading out for a long weekend or planning to drive off for an extended adventure. Check it out in our newest issue or with the links below!

08/26/2024

The Upper Arkansas River Valley offers the very best that Colorado has to offer. With gorgeous views and a wide variety of exciting adventure opportunities, this place is a must-see destination in The Centennial State.

The late summer season is especially exciting because the river swell has calmed, the trails are dry, and the evenings are cool—the perfect recipe for a comfy yet heart-pounding adventure.

Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center - RMOC are the experts on adventure in the area and put together this guide for late summer adventures in the Ark Valley! Check it out with the link below🌲

08/14/2024

Wyoming’s only university town, Laramie offers a unique and stress-free destination just two hours from Denver. The area transforms into a quiet, laid-back town when university students head home for the summer.

Enjoy cultural events, college town amenities, outdoor adventures, and a quaint western vibe. Here's your guide for when you Visit Laramie.

Wyoming’s only university town, Laramie offers a unique and stress-free destination just two hours from Denver. Easily accessible off Interstate 80, Laramie transforms into a quiet, laid-back town during the summer when university students head home. Enjoy cultural events, college town amenities, ...

08/12/2024

Nestled amidst Colorado’s high peaks, Silverthorne, Colorado offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and vibrant arts and culture. Easily accessible via I-70, the town’s prime location offers easy mountain access, wilderness areas, miles of trails, and so much more.

Get the rundown on this stunning area with our Artistic Adventure in Silverthorne, CO Guide!

Town of Silverthorne, CO Government

Nestled amidst Colorado’s high peaks, Silverthorne offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and vibrant arts and culture. Easily accessible via I-70, the town’s prime location offers easy mountain access with wilderness areas and miles of trails (and nearby ski resorts—hosting year-long acti...

08/11/2024

Twenty-five years ago today a freak tornado ripped through the Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City, killing one person, infusing others, and leaving a wake of destruction. But the outdoor is dusty came together in the wreckage. talks to those who survived, helped, and were forever affected by that day. Read the full story at the link in our bio.

07/29/2024

Festival season requires gear that will both look the part and survive those long days of dancing, swaying, walking, playing, and lord knows what else. Here’s the stuff to up your game🕶️