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Planning Hiking With A Baby – Great Tips

December 1, 2017February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Hiking with a baby can be lots of fun.

Here are a couple of things to keep in mind when planning hiking with a baby.  These simple tips will help you get the most of your hike. Continue reading →

Do You Need A Map And Compass When Hiking With Kids?

November 29, 2017November 24, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment
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This lego hiker has a map and compass, but do you need one when hiking with kids?

A map and compass are one of the 11 essential items to bring on a day hike with kids. Here is an explanation on why you need to bring these along. Continue reading →

Enter Now To Win Free Book – Special Book Giveaway!

November 27, 2017November 24, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

book giveawayEnter this book giveaway now before it is too late!  This is your chance to win a free copy of Jake’s Nature Guide: Rocky Mountains!   Continue reading →

Turkey Day – Terrific Facts About Wild Turkeys!

November 23, 2017November 20, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Thanksgiving is on the way.

It is almost Thanksgiving or turkey day as I like to think of it.  Here are some fun facts about wild turkeys. Continue reading →

Common Trees of the Rocky Mountains

November 21, 2017November 22, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

The common trees of the Rocky Mountains include many conifers and some broadleaf trees as well.  Here are the most common trees you are likely to see in the Rockies. Continue reading →

2017 Holiday Gift Guides For Young Outdoor Enthusiasts

November 19, 2017November 16, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

holiday gift guidesHere are several great holiday gift guides for nature lovers.  These guides will help you find something special for those nature enthusiasts you know. Continue reading →

Cottonwood Trees – Facts About These Cool Trees

November 15, 2017November 13, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

cottonwood treesCottonwood trees grow throughout the south-west and into the Rocky Mountains.  Here are some fun facts about these magnificent trees. Continue reading →

7 Beginner Hiking Tips To Enjoy Your Hike

November 13, 2017October 24, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Hiking is the simple act of walking.

Here are some great, simple beginner hiking tips. These tips will help new hikers be more comfortable and enjoy their outings more. Continue reading →

5 Quaking Aspen Facts For Nature Lovers

November 11, 2017November 8, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Aspen trees in the fall

Quaking Aspen are an iconic, widespread tree of the Rocky Mountains.  Here are some very cool facts about this beautiful tree of the Rockies. Continue reading →

7 Hiking Songs For Fun On The Trail With Kids

November 9, 2017February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer

hiking songsHiking songs is another great and fun activity to do while on the trail with your kids.  Here are some of my favorite songs when we are hiking in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

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