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Avalanche beacon training park opens in Colorado
No traveler in Colorado’s winter backcountry wants to be in a situation that requires use of an avalanche beacon. It is nonetheless required know-how — and the purpose of a park in the state’s central mountains. The U.S. Forest Service recently announced opening its “beacon training park” for the season. It’s situated uphill from the Mountain…
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10 merry happenings in Colorado’s outdoors amid difficult year
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save In a dark year, Coloradans still had sunshine. Despite months defined by COVID-19 and social and political turmoil, we could still find refuge in the mountains. While land managers noted negative side effects of overcrowding, this year saw plenty of positive developments for outdoor lovers.…