Mount Belford, standing tall at 14,197 feet, is one of Colorado’s Collegiate Peaks and a favorite for hikers aiming to summit multiple 14ers in a day. Its close proximity to Mount Oxford makes it an ideal two-peak outing, though Belford alone offers a satisfying challenge with big elevation gain, well-maintained trail, and expansive alpine views.
Read MoreMount Columbia, at 14,073 feet, is part of Colorado’s Collegiate Peaks and lies just north of its loftier neighbor, Mount Harvard. Once notorious for its steep, eroded slopes, recent trail improvements have made this a more enjoyable hike—though it’s still a serious effort. The standard route via the new Columbia Trail remains Class 2, with long mileage, big gain, and sweeping views across Horn Fork Basin.
Read More"Roller-Caster Rides" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read MoreHave you ever watched somebody scroll their feed? People move quick and don't give you a second chance if you're a brand putting out sterile content that is staged.
Read MoreMount Harvard stands at 14,420 feet and is the third-highest peak in the Lower 48. Nestled deep in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, it’s a long, non-technical Class 2 hike that rewards endurance with big alpine views and quiet summit solitude. The route is straightforward, but the approach is long—expect a full-day effort.
Read More"Making it" just as a photographer doesn't really happen in today's landscape, but it's still possible with some creativity. Take a second and think about the biggest photographer's you know, I bet none of them are "just a photographer":
Read MoreWe all sat around a campfire in Alabama Hills, CA. I lived in a van, Andrew lived in the Museroamer, and Leah lived out of a car while on a road trip. Shooting the shit about photo and video ideas, Leah had an idea:
"I've always wanted to do a photo shoot hula hooping in an abandoned building!"
Read MoreMount Yale rises to 14,200 feet and sits just west of Buena Vista in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. Known for its steady trail, big views, and non-technical route, it’s one of the most accessible 14ers in the Sawatch Range. The Southwest Slopes route offers a straightforward Class 2 climb—no scrambling, just sustained effort and elevation gain.
Read More"Self Inhibiting" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read MoreMount Princeton stands tall at 14,197 feet and dominates the skyline west of Buena Vista. It's one of the more visually striking 14ers in the Sawatch Range, thanks to its dramatic rise from the Arkansas River Valley. The East Slopes route is a non-technical Class 2 hike, but it’s far from easy—expect loose talus, a long approach, and big elevation gain.
Read MoreMount Tabeguache (pronounced "TAB-uh-wash") stands at 14,155 feet and is often overshadowed by its close neighbor, Mount Shavano. But if you're already summiting Shavano, it's well worth adding Tabeguache to your day. Reached via a rugged ridge from Shavano’s summit, Tabeguache is best known as a “bonus 14er”—but make no mistake, it earns every bit of its elevation gain and sweeping views.
Read More"Vacant Carcass" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read More"At the end of the day, nobody cares about you"
False.
It's the opposite. If you don't let people know you exist they don't care about you because they don't know you.
Mount Antero rises to 14,276 feet and stands as one of the prominent peaks in Colorado’s Sawatch Range. Known for its gemstone-rich slopes and wide, 4WD-accessible roads, Mount Antero offers a unique experience for hikers and off-roaders alike. It’s a Class 2 hike that can be done in a day, though the approach is long and the route is exposed to the elements.
Read MoreMount Shavano, standing at 14,229 feet, is one of Colorado’s more accessible 14ers—perfect for hikers seeking a big summit day without technical climbing. Located in the Sawatch Range near Salida, the standard East Slopes route is a moderate Class 2 hike with well-defined trails and breathtaking alpine views.
Read More"The Proper Man" is a poem by Dalton Johnson published in his first book 51 Poems For Humankind To Think About. This article also has a video of Dalton reading aloud his poem. You can purchase this book on Dalton Johnson's website or on Amazon.
Read MoreNew work now live with BUFF® , The Surfrider Foundation , and artist Ian Ross. While, as you can see, the weather didn’t cooperate with us, this has been by far one of my favorite pieces to work on this year.
Read MoreA little behind the scenes for all the photographers and videographers out there wondering how to make a tight deadline for a last minute project. In the end, the client, Buff, was very excited with the end result of this photo and video project. So, here’s how we delivered a project in five working days:
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