Geology Archives – The Olden Chapters

Adventure September 24, 2018

Yellowstone National Park continues to be a top location on many bucket lists around the globe. And with good reason! It is filled with…

Adventure September 10, 2018

Yellowstone National Park is one of those great wonders that everyone needs to see at least once in their life. Becuase it is located…

Adventure August 27, 2018

It is difficult to visit Colorado without going on an outdoor adventure. In fact, Colorado is one of the best places for hiking in…

Gem Lake: Estes Park, CO Date Hiked: May 28, 2018 Length: 3.1 mi Elevation Gain: 990 ft Starting Elevation: 7,856 ft Difficulty: Moderate…

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy for more information. Garden of the Gods: Colorado Springs Date Hiked: September 26, 2017 &…

It is incredibly rare for me to end up beginning my spring break with no plans. Usually, I have pages of task lists and…

Hiking is by far my favorite activity. It combines a great workout with some of the best views you can find. And, out of…

Adventure February 12, 2018

South Table Mountain Hike, Golden, CO Date Hiked: January 28, 2018 Length: 9.2 miles Elevation Gain: 1023 ft Starting Elevation: 5800 ft Difficulty:…

Adventure February 2, 2018

Alberta Falls via Glacier Gorge Trail, CO Date Hiked: November 4, 2017 Length: 1.6 Miles Elevation Gain: 219 ft Starting Elevation: 9180 ft Difficulty:…

Adventure December 8, 2017

Hiking Dinosaur Ridge Date Hiked: November 11, 2017 Length: 1.1 Miles (add 8+ miles for Dakota Ridge) Elevation Gain: 210 ft Starting Elevation: 5960…