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Lightning Safety in the Mountains

July 3, 2019June 23, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
Photo Michael Karrer.

Photo Michael Karrer.

Some basic lightning safety knowledge is important if you spend much time exploring the Rocky Mountains.  Here are some tips on what you should and shouldn’t do if you get caught in a lightning storm. Continue reading →

Are Those Storm Clouds? How Can You Tell?

June 26, 2019June 19, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer

clouds, rocky mountainsStorm clouds when you are out hiking in the Rocky Mountains can be a scary or worrying sight to behold.  Here are some tips on which clouds you need to be wary of. Continue reading →

The 7 Best Short Salt Lake City Hikes

June 19, 2019June 11, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
best short salt lake city hikes

The foothills just above City Creek Canyon showing the start of the Bonneville Shoreline Trail. Photo via Flickr.

These short Salt Lake City hikes will help you explore some fun, cool places near the city.  Here are my all time favorite short Salt Lake City hikes that you need to do soon. Continue reading →

Wildlife Safety Quiz? What’s Your Wildlife IQ?

June 12, 2019May 30, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
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What would you do if you saw a rattlesnake on the trail near you?

This wildlife safety quiz will reveal how much you actually know about being safe around wildlife in the Rocky Mountains.  What should you do if you get attacked or see an animal? Continue reading →

6 Red Tailed Hawk Facts – Lifelong Partners

June 5, 2019May 27, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer

red tailed hawkRed tailed hawks are a common bird of the Rocky Mountains.  Here are 6 facts about this beautiful bird that you’ve probably seen flying or perched. Continue reading →

The 7 Best Tips To Avoid Mosquito Bites When Hiking!

May 29, 2019May 22, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
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Look at that blood filled mosquito!

These are the 7 best tips to avoid mosquito bites that will help you enjoy your time in the outdoors more.  These include using repellent, wearing long clothes, and taking vitamin B. Continue reading →

Five Of The Best Hiking Spots In North & South America

May 22, 2019May 17, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer

North and South America have breathtaking lakes, pristine beaches, and towering mountains.  Here are five of the best hiking spots in North and South America. Continue reading →

Don’t Let Wildlife Fears Prevent You From Hiking!

May 15, 2019May 12, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
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Have you ever been afraid of bears when out hiking or camping?

Wildlife fears can keep people from hiking or even going into the great outdoors.  Don’t let your wildlife fears keep you from experiencing something, including hiking or camping. Continue reading →

5 Tips To Be Safe Around Western Rattlesnakes

May 8, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
safe around western rattlesnake

Spring is a good time to be extra aware of western rattlesnakes.

Do you know how to be safe around western rattlesnakes?  Here are 5 important tips to keep in mind when you are out exploring the Rockies, especially in likely rattlesnake habitat. Continue reading →

The 4 Reasons I Never Take An Umbrella Hiking

April 28, 2019 / Mark Danenhauer
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Some people like to use an umbrella hiking, but I never do. Photo via Flickr.

I never take an umbrella hiking in the Rocky Mountains or elsewhere.  Read the 4 reasons why I don’t take an umbrella hiking when I go exploring the mountains. Continue reading →

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