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Adrenaline Addiction: Rehabilitating an Unhealthy Relationship with Adventure
You can lose yourself chasing the natural high of an adrenaline rush. Sometimes it takes a bit of boredom to remind us of what really matters.
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The REI Adventure Bubble — How the Gear Giant’s “Experiences” Exit Could Upend the Outdoor Industry
Employees, Instructors, and Subcontractors say the move may threaten the entire business ecosystem that grew around the co-op’s now-nixed program.
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NOW PLAYING: "The Alpine Amusement Park"
Watch now (28 min) | Popular hiking destinations are looking more like theme park attractions than trails. Here's how we both conserve and preserve…
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The Elusive Otter of Radnor Lake
A detour during a cross-country move leads to a whole bunch of up-close wildlife encounters.
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Cole Noble
Will Federal Funding cuts hit Colorado’s Fourteeners?
Much of the discussion around budget cuts and layoffs has focused on the National Park Service. But the Centennial State’s most popular peaks are…
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Quandary Collapse: Colorado's Most Popular Peak Sees Visitor Numbers Cut in Half
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Turning Over A New Leaf
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Which Colorado Trails Require Reservations? The Definitive 2023 Park and Peak Guide:
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The REI Adventure Bubble — How the Gear Giant’s “Experiences” Exit Could Upend the Outdoor Industry
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The Fortress on the Lake
Adventure Report — One man shares the fulfillment of a decades-long dream to explore a forbidden lakeside fortress, deep in the Catskill Mountains
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Reveling in Print Media with Bentley Zylstra of Revelry Collection — Ep. 22
Listen now | In a world where graphics, video and pictures have gotten sharper than our eyes can perceive, one photographer dares to ask: what if we…
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The Breathtaking, Tangible History of Colorado's Mountain Railways
How do you decide what's worthy of putting in a museum?
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Milner Park Co-op Scores Steamboat Springs Affordable Housing Win
Welcome to picture-perfect Steamboat Springs, a Colorado mountain town known for its eponymous ski resort, trademarked Champagne Powder, and of course…
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Shuffling, Shambling, Zombie Hobbies
You tell yourself you're having fun, but are you really? Here's what to do when you find yourself shuffling through the motions of the things you used…
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Cole Noble
How to Find a Guide for Your Next Adventure — Version 1.2
In the wake of REI's decision to cancel Experiences, Quandary Magazine is compiling a directory of guide and outfitting services around the globe
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Reveling in Print Media with Bentley Zylstra of Revelry Collection — Ep. 22
Listen now | In a world where graphics, video and pictures have gotten sharper than our eyes can perceive, one photographer dares to ask: what if we…
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Cole Noble
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How Parents Can Prepare their Kids for Survival, and Safe Summer Hiking with Hannah Gallagher — Ep. 21
Getting yourself ready for adventure is one thing. But how can you be sure your group, and your children are up for the challenge too? Today's guest has…
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Hannah Gallagher
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Podcast #20: Three Causes Championing the Outdoors for Colorado Gives Day
Trail Talk has always been about shining a light on those working to improve our outdoor spaces. Here's what some of those groups and individuals are…
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Cole Noble
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Chris Anthony
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BREAKING — Eldora Opens for the Season Tomorrow (11/11)
The ski area is ready for the 22/23 season, with some big changes to the parking situation. We're breaking down the new information, and hearing from…
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Cole Noble
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Podcast #18: Hiking Every 14er in 14 Days with Dan Hobbs
"I needed something — needed to feel alive, I needed to feel accomplishment. When I started I had no idea how long it was gonna take. I just put my max…
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