How to train your puppy
“Happiness is a warm puppy,” said Charles Schulz, the creator of the Peanuts comic strip. That’s because puppies hit a soft spot in our heart. But that puppy phase goes...
Positive training tips for puppies
Dogs destined for a life of outdoor adventures with their owners need to be bold and confident. One way to develop extraordinary adventure companions is by using positive training methods...
How to help your dog learn
Research suggests that dogs learn best in short, focused training sessions spread out over time. Whether you’re looking to teach your dog how to canicross, run an agility course or how to fetch, here...
Taking Outdoor Family Photos
Taking Outdoor Family Photos Scrolling through social media can be a daunting task for an amateur photographer. You see picture after picture of happy families in a beautiful setting and...
Nordic skiing
Nordic skiing offers a great opportunity for winter recreation that provides a full-body workout, both physically and mentally. Some skiers prefer to stride forward on skis in the classic style....
Observing the night sky
It is estimated that only 10% of the world’s population can see the Milky Way due to light pollution. That makes nights just staring at the stars in the sky...
Visiting Rocky Mountain National Park
If you’ve never visited Rocky Mountain National Park, it’s time to plan a trip. There’s a reason over 4.4 million visitors make the trip every year! Rocky Mountain National Park is...
Bucket list reflections
Our family completed a tour of all the national parks in the lower 48 states this past fall. We, of course, intend to see all of them and have our...
Tips for responsible outdoor recreation
What’s your favorite outdoor activity? Whether you head outside for fishing, hiking, camping, backpacking, hunting, boating or something else, you have to admit, nature is pretty amazing. It’s important for...
Paddleboarding with your dog
Over 50% of households in the United States own at least one dog. For many households, dogs are an integral part of the family and being able to bring them...
