Boulder/Chautauqua Adventures

The Complete Hiker's Guide to Tick Behavior, Biology, and Field-Tested Protection Field Intelligence Report | Trail & Terrain Outdoor Pursuits --- You're deep in the woods, moving well, when you brush a low branch along the trail's edge. You don't think much of it. But something small, no bigger than a poppy seed, has just grabbed hold of your pant leg and started its slow, deliberate crawl toward warm skin. You won't feel it. You won't know it's there. And by the time you do, it may have be...

A Quiet Season of Opportunity March sits in the quiet space between winter and spring—when campgrounds are empty, bugs are blissfully absent, and the weather can’t quite make up its mind. For campers willing to plan ahead, it’s one of the most rewarding times to be outdoors. Fewer crowds, fresh landscapes, and a slower pace make this month ideal for intentional, low-stress adventures. Expect the Unexpected The biggest challenge of March camping is variability. One weekend feels like spring, the ...

March Break is a great time to get kids outside and enjoy early spring adventures. Shorter days and unpredictable weather make preparation key. Here are ten quick tips to keep your family safe, warm, and having fun: Layer Up – Dress kids in moisture-wicking base layers, warm mid-layers, and waterproof outer layers. Don’t forget hats, mittens, and extra socks. Warm Sleeping Gear – Use sleeping bags rated for cool temperatures and insulated pads to keep everyone cozy at night. Choose Kid-Friendly ...

Winter camping invites us into a quieter, more intimate version of the outdoors. Snow-covered landscapes reveal tracks, patterns, and moments we rarely notice in warmer months. But winter is also a demanding season for wildlife, and traveling thoughtfully helps keep both people and animals safe. Know Who’s Still Active Many animals reduce their activity during winter, but they don’t disappear. Deer, elk, foxes, and coyotes continue to forage, while smaller mammals often become more visible again...

With a friend in town it was time to explore some trails that offered great views, and a variety of trail options to choose from based on time/distance, and weather. Nestled just north of Boulder, the Corral Trailhead at Heil Valley Ranch is a standout gateway into one of the region’s most beloved trail networks for both hikers and mountain bikers. This trailhead delivers a quintessential Colorado hiking experience — a blend of shady ponderosa forests, open grassland meadows, rocky ridge lines, ...