This family chose their gear carefully…
These 11 bits of optional hiking gear are things that I can be useful on hikes. Here are 11 things that you should consider bringing with you on a hike. Continue reading
Do you need high-tech gear to go hiking?
High-tech hiking gear and clothing can be seen in ads all over the TV and in magazines. But, how much of that fancy gear do you really need to go hiking? Continue reading
Do some research before your next hike with kids.
Spend a few minutes doing research before your next hike. Here are some benefits of and examples of what to research. Continue reading
A cairn by a nice lake.
Cairns are the official name for those cool piles of balanced rocks. Do you know why there are cairns along trails in the Rocky Mountains? Continue reading
The Rocky Mountains are full of kid-friendly hikes.
Find kid-friendly hikes near you today using these suggestions. These tips will help you find fun hikes to explore with your family. Continue reading
This Aspen leaf is a type of broadleaf plant.
There are many different types of leaves, such as broadleaves, needles, and even scales. Here is an overview on the function of leaves and the different kinds. Continue reading
Conifer trees covered in snow during winter in the Rocky Mountains.
Conifer trees are generally the most common trees at higher elevations. There are number of ways they are adapted to survive in the mountains. Continue reading
Look at that cool barn owl.
Owls fly silently through the night air as they stalk their prey. They are able to do this because of a couple different reasons explained here. Continue reading
Having a little snack from this flower.
A butterfly proboscis is a special, long tube that butterflies use to drink nectar from flowers. Here is a quick run down on what a proboscis is. Continue reading
Look at that long proboscis as it moves close to get some nectar.
A white-lined sphinx moth is a common hummingbird moth of the Rocky Mountains. Here are 6 fun facts about this neat animal. Continue reading