Note: I originally published this article on RootsRated.com. Rocky Mountain National Park Steve Bratman Rocky Mountain National Park showcases the incredible diversity that defines Colorado’s mountainous…
The beautiful, forgotten Bard Creek Trail. A long-forgotten hiking trail became the catalyst for my new book project. The as-of-yet unnamed guidebook looks at the…
Click for full sized map! 13,575 ft. Rosalie Peak doesn’t see a lot of visitors, which is somewhat surprising considering its proximity to Denver (about…
Finding Connecticut's highest point can be a tricky task. Rather than courteously locating itself on a mountaintop, the 2,380 ft. high point is hidden in…
Ah, the zone, that fabled state of temporary enlightenment where suddenly the challenges of life melt away and each calm, confident movement is a guaranteed…
I'm getting strangely excited about pushing my state high points count over 40 with this November's proposed "Farmageddon Tour"! I could stand to gain 6…
I'm hardwired for autumn. Even after a weary week of work, the invigorating promise of cool days and brilliantly colored landscapes draws me to the wilderness…
Wanted: Adventure seekers willing to endure the bone-splittingly boring drive through the mid-west on a quest to ascend to the dizzying farmland heights of the…
James Dziezynski is a best-selling author and writer based in Boulder, Colorado. He is also the SEO Director for Outside. His articles have appeared in National Geographic Adventure, Discover, Backpacker, Outside, Denver Post, 5280, Elevation Outdoors, and many more publications.