Tag: Colorado
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#21: Switzerland…of America (Part II)
Continued from Blog #20: Switzerland…of America (Part I) “The summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what matters.” -Conrad Anker, former The North Face climbing team leader and three-time Everest summiteer. “Nothing like this.” I nervously replied. The question, asked by my guide, was whether I had climbing experience or not. In…
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#20: Switzerland…of America (Part I)
As our training progresses through the heat and humidity of summer, this Throwback Thursday post revives a snow and ice filled adventure from a few years ago. Part I sets the scene, while Part II will be my personal experience. Nestled deep within the Rocky Mountains of Colorado is the mountain town of Ouray. Pronounced…
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