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Author: Mark Danenhauer

Common Rocky Mountain Reptiles – Snakes, Lizards, & More

October 4, 2018September 23, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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A gopher snake is one of the common rocky mountain reptiles.

The common rocky mountain reptiles include snakes, lizards, and turtles.  Here are some of the common reptiles you are likely to see in the Rockies. Continue reading →

Tips On Nepal’s Khopra Ridge Logistics & Planning

October 2, 2018September 19, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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The views from Khopra Ridge, at 3,600 meters, are fantastic!

Here are some key tips on Nepal’s Khopra Ridge logistics and planning.  These tips will help you have fun on your trek in Nepal. Continue reading →

The Common Rocky Mountain Animals You Will See

September 30, 2018September 27, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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A moose is one of the common animals of the Rockies.

The common Rocky Mountain animals include bugs, mammals, birds, and more.  Here are the common animals you are likely to see in the Rockies. Continue reading →

National Public Lands Day 2018 Is Tomorrow!

September 28, 2018September 27, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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National Public Lands Day is a great day to go for a hike on public land.

Tomorrow, September 29, 2018, is National Public Lands Day in the USA.  It’s time for you to get out and celebrate or help. Continue reading →

Watch Out During The Elk Rut! Elk Breeding Season

September 26, 2018September 19, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you heard a male elk bugling in the fall during the elk rut?

The elk rut is a time of year when hikers need to be careful around elk.  The elk rut, or breeding season, takes place in the fall in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

Trekking Nepal’s Khopra Ridge With Kids – 8 Days

September 24, 2018September 20, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment
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The view from Khopra Ridge was amazing.

Trekking Nepal’s Khopra Ridge with kids was an amazing adventure for our family.  We combined combined Poon Hill with Khopra Ridge for an 8 day trip. Continue reading →

How Do Pine Trees And Other Conifers Reproduce?

September 22, 2018September 16, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Tall lodgepole pine trees.

Conifers reproduce in the spring, similar to many other forms of life.  If you look closely at some of those pine trees, spruce, or fir trees you may see it happening. Continue reading →

The Best Tip To Get Kids Outside Hiking Today – Just Go

September 20, 2018September 20, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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You’ll have fun if you can just get outside hiking.

Here is my best tip to help you get kids outside hiking today.  This tip will help you get out the door so that your family can have fun on the trail. Continue reading →

8 Muskrat Facts – Fun Facts About This Marvelous Animal

September 18, 2018September 12, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you ever seen a muskrat?

Muskrats are one of the less glamorous, common mammals of the Rocky Mountains.  Here are 8 muskrat facts to teach you more about these marvelous animals. Continue reading →

5 True Bugs Of The Rocky Mountains – The Real Deal

September 16, 2018September 9, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you seen any of these true bugs? Photo via Flickr.

There may be tons of insects in the world, but not all of them are true bugs.  Here are 5 common true bugs of the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

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