There are many ways to spend a sunny summer day with your family in the Colorado Rockies. You can go biking. You can go hiking. Or if you’re in Breckenridge, you can go Epic. Epic Discovery Alpine Camp The Epic Discovery Alpine Camp opened on Peak 8 in July. Developed in partnership with the United […]
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Summer at Ski Resorts: Six Bucket List Experiences for Families
Apologies for the misfire last Monday, when I mistakenly published this as an unfinished post. It’s in much better form now! Summer is short. And while that’s great news for those of us who love winter and live to ski, it’s bad news for those of us who want to experience everything warm weather offers. […]
National Trails Day: Tips for Hiking with Kids and Teens
Saturday was National Trails Day. I know, you might be thinking (as I often do), “seriously, is there a national day for everything?” Trails, however, are a good thing. So in honor a National Trails Day, a short look at the basics of hiking with kids and teens. Hiking With Kids and Teens Family Hiking Basics When […]
Five “Don’t Miss” Family Hikes in the Western US
Last spring, I was asked to compile a list of five “bucket list” hikes in the western states for the Oboz Trail Tales Blog. My first reaction was one of incredulity. The western United States is massive. Choosing just five trails from thirteen states with millions of acres of public lands wasn’t going to be easy. But […]
Hiking With Teens Can Build Lasting Bonds
Hiking is one of our favorite family activities. While our skill levels don’t often mesh when we mountain bike or run, hiking is something everyone can do. Here are some tips for getting and keeping your teens on the trail, adapted from an article I wrote for the Oboz Footwear Trail Tales blog in May. Enjoy! When your children […]