This weekend I got the chance to experience a truly unique winter activity in Colorado—dog sledding! Ever since I saw Eight Below starring Paul Walker I have wanted to do this. The thought of gliding through the snow, being pulled by the power and speed of dogs, and all the while taking in the mountain views was a scene right from a movie. And living in Colorado, this opportunity is right in our backyard.

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Denver’s International Sportsmen’s Expo brought thousands of outdoor aficionados to the Downtown Convention Center this past weekend. When I entered the event, I had no idea where to even start. The aisles were packed with Exhibitor’s displaying everything from adventure packages and travel equipment to fishing gadgets and hunting apparel. So overwhelming!

Product Try-Out & Fly Fishing Learning Center Lesson Pond

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Rocky pumps up the crowd as the Nuggets take on the Warriors.

Last night I went to my first Nuggets game of the season. When I saw we were going to be playing the Golden State Warriors, I immediately thought ‘easy win’.

With the Warriors record a dismal 9-23 and the Nuggets 21-13 going into the game, I was sure I’d be people-watching, chatting up my friend, and occasionally catching a play or two on the court. This game would be cake.

Wow, was I wrong! Of course it didn’t help that Melo, Birdman, and Billups were not in the game. The score stayed close throughout the whole four quarters, but the real tension came with just seconds on the clock. This is where you could really feel the excitement of the crowd. (more…)

Are you curious to see what it feels like to skydive but not yet ready to fall from the sky? Then head to SkyVenture Colorado—the ONLY place you can go indoor skydiving in Colorado. I always wanted to try this out and I am so glad I did! (more…)

Get ready for a bumpy ride! MILE HI RAFTING took me on an ATV tour in Dumont, Colorado where we got to see beautiful fall foliage while getting a true off-roading experience. (more…)

Thought you couldn’t go snorkeling in the heart of Downtown Denver? Wrong!
Denver’s Downtown Aquarium and A1 Scuba and Travel Center bring this
adventure to you every Saturday and Sunday. (more…)

Strength, perseverance, and concentration—three traits I think are a must for indoor rock climbing. Thanks to THE SPOT GYM & CLIMBING SCHOOL in Boulder, Co, I got a chance to put those qualities to the test and get my first peek at the sport. (more…)