Winter Biking in Canyonlands
After the holidays there comes a moment of relief–not that we don’t enjoy our families and visitors, but relief that a good year has passed and a bright outlook for the coming year. To ring in the New Year, Kim and I always try to start off on the right foot. This year was no …
Edward Abbey & Welfare Ranching
Sadly, the text of this speech is slowly disappearing from the face on the internets, so I have taken it upon myself to copy it here for anyone in the future to enjoy. Edward Abbey, being my number one inspiration for many years had strong feelings about the livestock that plagues our public lands. Here …
Trip Report – Thru Hike of Salt Creek – October
Back in October we were fortunate to snag permits for a thru-hike of Salt Creek in Canyonlands. Many years had past since Kim and I had our seminal trip there in the early days of our relationship and it seemed it was time to finally take a trip back and remember what makes this place …
Photo Essay: An Unexpected Night in the South Colony Lakes
The Lilly Lake Trailhead is closed while the Forest Service tries to re-open the road. Well, Plan B didn’t work out. Fine, Plan C. C is for Crestone.
Trip Report: The Grand Gila Traverse
“The forecast is calling for rain and snow; possible flooding in the canyons”. Well, that was that. Standing behind my desk and staring at a deteriorating NOAA forecast, it became evident that Utah was out and heading South was in.
Photo Essay: Sun, Snow, Wind–Ride em’ Like you Stole em’
It’s no secret that New Mexico has some of the most unpredictable weather during the spring months. Despite this common knowledge, people must always test the Gods and establish outdoor events to tempt fate.
Trip Report: Walking till you find it.
A few years back (OK, realistically closer to a decade now), I found myself walking a canyon that very few consider walking. I was with my mentor and as we passed a large canyon junction to our left, he pointed with his tripod and mentioned he never found the time or strength to find out …
Trip Report: Taos and Back, a Stereotypical Northern NM Day
Mid week spontaneity is something we all need time and again. Thanks to those who serve, we had an extra day this week to go enjoy the freedoms they protected. Since little snow has settled on the mountains it is still all about cycling. Where to this time? How about a day in Taos.