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Should You Kayak or Raft? How to Choose Your Adventure During Low Water Season

Well good paddlers, the time has come once again. Summer has turned up with its wonderful and inevitable simmer, and with it tamer waters. It warrants the profoundly deep question that confronts us all, fiberglass fin in hand— Shall I kayak, or shall I raft? Somewhere at some point, someone [...]

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Family Fun on the River: Why Rafting is the Perfect Durango Activity

Introduction to Durango, Colorado Welcome to Durango, Colorado—a true adventure-seeker’s paradise! Nestled in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Durango offers a plethora of outdoor activities that cater to thrill-seekers, nature lovers, and families alike. From hiking and mountain biking to skiing and fishing, Durango has it all. But [...]

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Tubing in Durango: How to tube the Lower Animas River

Even if you’re a long time Durango local, tubing the Animas river can be quite the ordeal. With so many things to plan for from put ins, take outs, water flows, transportation, and equipment organizing a successful Lower Animas river tube float can feel daunting. However, there is no need [...]

1900 photograph of a saloon in Telluride, Colorado

Telluride History — A Canyon of Constant Transformation

Telluride‘s past is much like its mountains. There was unbelievable beauty and balance, juxtaposed by the harsh bite of change, not unlike an unwelcome and commonly early winter. But as we all know change is inevitable in the alpine, especially when people get involved. It is an understatement to say [...]

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4 Riveting Facts You Didn’t Know about Pagosa Springs

Looking for a little more fun know-how with a side of cold hard facts about Pagosa Springs? Beyond the well-known yet undeniably-fascinating tidbit that it’s home to the world’s deepest geothermal pool, aka the Pagosa hot spring. And if you didn’t already know that, there’s your bonus fact! You are [...]

Durango Silverton Train passing above the Animas River in Colorado

3 Reasons to Ride the Durango Train One Way

If you’re on the fence about whether to ride the Durango Silverton train one-way, or do the whole kit and caboodle through the astounding wilderness of the Animas River Canyon, you’ve chugged yourself over to the right place! It’s no secret that the Durango train is one of most scenic [...]