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Wilderness Trail Patrol

“She looks like she’s in charge — let’s ask her!” I immediately feel I am on the spot.  I am out on my first solo “wilderness patrol” as a volunteer with the US Forest Service and Indian Peaks Alliance.  Wanting to make sure this first hike goes well, I choose…

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Cutting your own Christmas tree

Snaking up the switchbacks in front of me, each car seemed to have a singular but unifying purpose.  One that was quickly identifiable by the contents strapped to its roof rack.  The pines and first that adorned the tops of SUVs, pick up trucks, and yes, even an occasional sedan…

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