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DENTRY: The trappings of success

DENTRY: The trappings of success

Dave Johnson climbed an alpine ridge, stepped into space and soared to a craggy place where mountain goats hang out.

Escapes »

The view's a bit better from on top of a horse

You might not saddle up on your morning commute. But when it comes to summer wildland exploration, there's no better way to experience the ridges, gullies and distant forested enclaves of Colorado than atop a good ol' horse.

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Mountain Activities »

ACORD: Well-planned trail offers solitary Pikes Peak route

About this time of year, the main route to the summit of Pikes Peak is a little crowded. But now hikers have another choice: Devil's Playground Trail.

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Skiing & Snowboarding »

Snowboarding tops outdoor activities for visits to the ER

The first national study to estimate recreational injuries shows snowboarding accounts for a quarter of such emergency room visits.

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Camping »

Expert pitches a few remarkable campsites

Johnny Malloy is to tent camping as John McCain is to politics, Emeril Lagasse is to cooking and Bruce Springsteen is to rock 'n' roll.

Hiking »

Take a hike!

An ancient forest, a wilderness river, a gentle mountain lake, a desert canyon and a dark canyon all await you in the backcountry reaches of Colorado this summer. Colorado is laced with hundreds of great hikes, but here are a few to get you started.

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Hunting & Fishing »

Fishing hot spot: Pueblo Reservoir

The reservoir offers good fishing for a variety of warm-water species amid state park amenities before the July 4 weekend rush.

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Active Life, July 18

A look at upcoming events in the area

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Outdoors Columns & Blogs »

DENTRY: The trappings of success

Dave Johnson climbed an alpine ridge, stepped into space and soared to a craggy place where mountain goats hang out.

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