One of the most beautiful and special places in Colorado is Piney Lake, located at Piney River Ranch. The lake and ranch are accessed out of Vail about ten miles away on a windy dirt road. Here a pristine lake
Family Glamping at Piney Lake Vail
Grizzly Creek Trail: What to Know
Located in Glenwood Canyon, Grizzly Creek trail is a great alternative to the nearby Hanging Lake trail. While it doesn’t have the relatively quick and breathtaking payoff at the top, it is a beautiful mountain trail along the rushing river.
Vail in Colorado: Where to Stay, What to Do, and More
The summer before I headed off to graduate school, my family spent a wonderful week in Vail for Fourth of July. We went white water river rafting, watched the Independence Day parade, played tennis, took a jeep tour, and enjoyed
Fun Things to Do in Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Springs, Colorado is as close to our home as Vail, Colorado is. We frequent this historic town often on day trips. There are really so many fun things to do in Glenwood Springs with kids! Our daughter has celebrated
86 Fun Things to Do with Kids in Colorado
Colorado is our home. We spend a lot of time exploring the entire state and taking advantage of all it has to offer families. From Colorado’s mountain towns to Denver & Boulder, there’s so much for kids and adults alike.
Discovering Rifle Falls State Park
In 2017, when my husband asked where I’d like to go to brunch for Mother’s Day, I paused and thought about it. I told him that I’d like to take a family hike with no complaining. Even though he agreed,
9 Life Lessons Learned Skiing with Kids
My husband and I made a choice to live on the Western Slope of Colorado. I often say we are lucky. We are. But we’ve also chosen to make sacrifices to be here. Once we had kids I found myself
Jack Rabbit Alley, Ghost Town and Little Brave | Beaver Creek
If you know us, you know that we love to ski. And, our kids’ favorite mountain to ski is Beaver Creek. Not only that, but their favorite run to ski is Jack Rabbit Alley. Their second favorite run to ski
Why You Should Go Glamping in Colorado
Let’s face it, not everyone is cut out for camping in tents. Cold, rain, critters, and other annoyances can put a damper on your experience. Glamping is a great option for those that still wish to be a part of
Adventure Ridge Vail: Winter Fun
Vail may be best known for its epic skiing and legendary back bowls, but did you know that there are so many other fun activities that don’t involve skis? Many of these fun Vail winter activities are off mountain. But