Alex Faubel, Author at Colorado Made

Layering Up For Winter: Our Favorite 2018/19 Layers

The art of layering becomes crucial when braving the outdoors during winter. Without the right layers, your body will have a harder time regulating its temperature…or worse, you’ll just be…

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Last Minute 2018 Gift Guide for the Outdoors Person in Your Life

It’s down to the wire with gift-giving this holiday season. But it doesn’t mean all hope is lost. Here are some wonderful options for your favorite outdoors people this holiday…

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Winter is the perfect time of year to get out on a hike

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Our Favorite Beginner Winter Hikes Less Than 2 Hours from Denver

The snow is falling and the air is biting, which can only mean one thing: winter is here. With more and more people heading to already-crowded ski resorts and those…

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Essential Tips for Making Your Dog’s First Road Trip a Success

I’ve always loved the freedom of the open road. There’s nothing quite like driving slow with the windows down watching sea, sky, forest, mountains all bleed into the winding asphalt.…

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We Try Out the Roomy, Yet Packable Big Agnes Manzanares HV SL3 mntGLO Tent

Since getting a dog in March, I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect 3-person backpacking tent to fit two tall humans, our gear, and a 60-lb canine. I jumped…

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Five Colorado Wonders That Live Up to the Hype

Whether natural or manmade, Colorado is home to a multitude of astonishing sights. These aren’t hidden gems by any means, but they are memorable enough to brave the crowds for—and…

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keep your dog safe on the trail with these tips

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Hiking with Your Dog: Keeping Man’s Best Friend Safe on the Trail

The backcountry can be an unforgiving place for man and beast alike, but as masters of man’s best friend, it’s our responsibility to keep our furry friends safe from unexpected…

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Beat the Crowds – Tips for Finding Solitude in the Outdoors

It’s no secret that most people who love the outdoors are also wildly protective of it. I believe as stewards of the wilderness, it’s our job to keep it beautiful…

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Everything You Need to Know for Your First Backpacking Trip

Choose a Beginner-Friendly Destination The easiest way to choose a destination you know is right for your abilities is to contact the local ranger’s office near where you’d like to…

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The Seven Leave No Trace Principles – Etiquette for the Trail

Growing up in Florida, I didn’t do a lot of camping, hiking, or backpacking. When I moved to Colorado and started hiking I admittedly didn’t know all the “rules”. My…

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