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How to Hike from Aspen to Crested Butte

July 12, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

By far, one of my favorite backyard memories in the Elk Mountains is hiking from Aspen to Crested Butte, two of Colorado’s historic mining-turned-ski towns. Here are the nitty-gritty details for this unparalleled hike and bustling area, so that you can go, too. … [Read more...]

The Best Ultralight Backpacks of 2021

July 7, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

Ultralight backpacks help adventurous, speed-focused, or weight-conscious explorers cover longer distances with fewer grams. … [Read more...]

The Best Satellite Phones of 2021

July 6, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

Satellite phones provide voice-to-voice communication in the most remote corners of the planet for safety, peace of mind, and emergency response. … [Read more...]

WeRunFar: Rick Trujillo

July 2, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

Coloradan mountain runner Rick Trujillo is one of the most central figures in the pioneering era of the sport of mountain running in United States history and was inducted into the Colorado Running Hall of Fame in 2014. He is likely one of the only people alive with a mountain running diary that dates back to … [Read more...]

Taxa Outdoors TigerMoth Overland Camper Review

July 1, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

This lightweight, low-maintenance trailer traverses rugged terrain while boasting a pull-out kitchen, stowable table, double-size bed, and social lounge. … [Read more...]

How to Start River Surfing: Your Gear List

June 29, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

If you’re curious about river surfing but not sure where to start, here is a basic gear guide along with rental locations and where to find instruction in Colorado. … [Read more...]

How to surf the rivers in Colorado

June 25, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

New river surfboards, whitewater park and surf classes make the sport more accessible than ever. … [Read more...]

Best Standup Paddleboards of 2021

June 22, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

Looking to invest in a standup paddleboard? Don’t know where to start? Check out our list of the best SUPs of 2021. … [Read more...]

WeRunFar: Andrew Todd

June 17, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

Even if you know Flyathon, you might not have heard why Running Rivers founder Andrew Todd launched this unique race series, whose motto of “run, fish, beer” is a riff on the traditional triathlon. In the eight years since it started, the venture has fundraised close to $250,000 for native trout conservation … [Read more...]

Wild Voices: Erica Nelson

June 17, 2021 by Morgan Tilton

Based in Colorado, this Southwest angler is an outdoor industry pioneer on and off the water for diversity, equity and inclusion. … [Read more...]

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About Morgan

Morgan Tilton is an award-winning adventure journalist, mountain athlete, and explorer.

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