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The great west block traverse of the La Plata Mountains

Connect Parrott Peak through to Madden, Star and Gibbs

DATE: Jun 8, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Outdoor skills weekend planned for Western Colorado women

Women who want to gain valuable outdoor skills, learn about wildlife and receive an introduction to hunting and fishing are invited to attend a “Cast and Blast” weekend workshop, July 13-15,...

DATE: Jun 7, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Alex Hannold and Tommy Caldwell smash El Capitan’s speed record

Climbers scaled 3,000-foot wall in less than two hours

DATE: Jun 6, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

No cause determined in fire at Sun Valley Resort ski lodge

KETCHUM, Idaho – An investigation into a fire that heavily damaged a lodge at the base of one the nation’s premier ski destinations in Idaho determined where the fire started but failed to f...

DATE: Jun 6, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Guided nature walks through Purgatory to begin next week

The San Juan Mountains Association will begin guided nature walks at Purgatory Resort starting June 5th. The tours take place from 9:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday....

DATE: Jun 1, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Historic coal chute awaits hikers in Illium Valley

Historic Galloping Goose trail’s coal chute awaits hikers in Illium Valley

DATE: May 31, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Back Country Horsemen to host annual tack sale

The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen will host its annual tack and equipment consignment sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 2 at Montezuma County Fairgrounds, 30100 U.S. Highway 160, in Cortez....

DATE: May 24, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Two Sherpa guides set new records for scaling Mount Everest

Kami Rita summits world’s highest mountain for 22nd time

DATE: May 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

A new route to an old favorite, from Turtle Lake to Animas Overlook

One of the great pleasures in hiking is finding new routes to old favorite areas. Last December, a friend turned me on to a trail that utilizes a thin swath of BLM property to co...

DATE: May 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Outdoor equipment flea market to occur on May 19

Backcountry Experience will host an outdoor gear flea market on Saturday, May 19. Locals are invited to bring used camping, hiking, skiiing, and other outdoor equipment to barter...

DATE: May 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

World-renowned climber rescued from Yosemite’s El Capitan

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. – A world-renowned speed climber was rescued from Yosemite National Park’s El Capitan by helicopter Friday after spending a chilly night on top of the famous r...

DATE: May 4, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Adaptive softball program needing volunteers

The Dream Leagueâ€™s coed adaptive slow-pitch softball program is seeking volunteers to assist players with running, fielding and coaching this summer. The program is for disabled...

DATE: May 4, 2018 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.