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July 28
Choosing the right backpack, hiking shoes and bikes for kids

Bigger is not always better You may think the greatest fashion discovery was the zipper, Gore-Tex or maybe even the little black dress, but you’d be mistaken.  The greatest fashion development was . . . drum roll, please . . . the extendable elastic belt thingy inside of kid’s pants and shorts.  Oh, believe me, … Read More

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April 13
A Crash Course in Camp-For Parents

With so many choices, what should you find out about a summer camp before sending your child? All parents want to choose the best and safest experiences for their child. Here are ten questions that you should ask before enrollment:   Is this camp Accredited by the American Camp Association or other nationally recognized accrediting … Read More

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March 12
Leave No Trace: What it is and why it’s important

If a group creates a new trail and no one is around to see it, does it matter? Think you know about Leave No Trace?  I did, too.  Turns out, I didn’t.  Last week, if you asked me about Leave Not Trace, I would have told you it meant bringing your trash home with you … Read More

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March 10
Colorado Mountain Camp – Permitting for Summer 2015 Expeditions

Rocky Mountain National Park – There’s no place quite like it. Every year there is nervous excitement in the air as our many months of prepping and planning for summer RMNP expeditions can literally disappear in a heartbeat. March 1st marks the start of one of the busiest days of the year for Rocky Mountain National … Read More

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December 10
Avid4 Adventure: It’s not just another summer camp

We all have unforgettable memories of our summer camp experiences. Maybe it’s singing camp songs or playing kickball or even walking single file to the town pool with towels draped around our necks. Our parents knew we needed to get out of the house and have structure to our days, but they never could have … Read More

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