When the snow finally melts on the ski resort mountains, the fun isn’t over; it’s just the mountain’s way of shedding its winter coat to make room for summer fun. All season resorts, like Steamboat Springs, have just as much to offer in the summer, and amp up the family-friendly offerings to keep everyone occupied. Check out these seven ways…
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If you mention the city of Vernal to anyone from Utah, they will immediately start talking about dinosaurs. If you mention the same city to anyone outside of Utah, they will say “where?” I fell into the second category. I had never heard of the city of Vernal until it showed up as the launch site for my OARS rafting…
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The Maroon Bells are reported to be the most photographed mountains in America-and it’s not hard to see why! Any photos taken of these famous peaks are bound to be postcard perfect, but the photos don’t really do the beauty justice. To truly experience the Maroon Bells in their entire splendor, you need to see them in person. Getting there…
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Preparing for a multi-day river rafting trip can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to packing. Rather than offering tips about what to pack (your river guide should provide you with a list specific to your trip), these are tips on how to pack. If you are an experienced traveler, you probably think tips on how to pack are way beneath…
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Summer in Texas is synonymous with unbearable heat and humidity, which means there are two choices-head inside to hibernate or head out to somewhere less hot. We chose to hit the road and head just a little bit north to Colorado Springs where we could enjoy some cooler weather and outdoor exploration. Although Colorado Springs does offer more than enough…
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