Stories About the West - Wild Westish. (Page 12)

Keep it free!

8 years ago 3 min read Stories About the West local mountain biking solitude trail running trails utah

There is a system of trails in the foothills near where I live. Really, I’m pretty sure there is just one official trail, but there are countless spurs, social trails, old double-tracks...

Hiking above Red Butte canyon. It was sunny and graupeling!

Welcome Back to Shoulder Season

8 years ago 2 min read Stories About the West climate change fall fall color injury leaves mtb shoulder season trail running

I enjoy the light in the fall and the sweetness of the heat while the sun is up. I’ve pulled out my headlamp and tights for morning runs. I love jackets and layers and the unpredictability of the temperatures.

Taking advice

8 years ago 3 min read Stories About the West adventure advice camping colorado cows dogs fly fishing snow solitude

Stopping in at the local fly or bike shop and asking for advice is a well established ritual, especially if you are in a new area. What river is fishing well? What flies are working? What are the trail conditions?

Gasoline

8 years ago 3 min read Stories About the West adventure aspens camping fall color fly fishing trout utah vastness

We spent the weekend around some gas-powered machines. It’s hunting season in the West.

Are you an optimist?

8 years ago 2 min read Stories About the West adventure bikes camping cows forest fire optimism smoke trout weekend whiskey wyoming

If you find the last dispersed camping spot in the canyon are you bothered by the dust, noise, and lack of privacy? Or are you grateful that the canyon is beautiful and the camping free?