20160806 – Mooses, a Hike, Brats and Beer

September 1, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com 1 Comment

After a great meal with my friend Susan, we headed out on a hike to wear out their new puppy, Joy. She’s a super sweet dog and has more energy than a nuclear reactor.

Just a bit up US40, we headed to the trail head for the Broome Hut, which is part of the 10th mountain division hut system. Click here for more info: http://grandhuts.org/about/broome-hut/

As we started on the trek with Joy, she was so excited to be outside. About an hour from the trailhead, we ran into these lovely ladies, who were just lounging in the woods. I love a MOOSE sighting. They’re just amazing animals.

As we continued up the ridge, there were some incredible views of mountain fields, flowers, and creeks.

Of course, there’s nothing better than a hot dawg and beer down in town. The sun finally came out and it was an amazing afternoon on the patio.

Winter Park

20160805 – Winter Park

August 31, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com Leave a comment

After a rain soaked bike ride in Vail, I decided to head to Winter Park. I loved the time in Vail, and especially the Vacation Club. It had a great fitness room and even a Sauna. I think I could live there…!!

But… it’s time to head to Winter Park.

Winter Park has always been one of my most favorite places in Colorado. It’s not far from Denver, only about a 75 minute drive, and you don’t have to deal with the Tunnel.

There are so many incredible things about Winter Park. The snowboarding is amazing. Mary Jane is a such an incredible mountain to ski, especially since it was named after the town ‘lady of the evening’..!! She was the most popular ‘madame’ in a settlement of miners, rail yard workers and loggers in the late 1800’s.

Heading to WP to see my friend Susan. This is a view from their patio..!!

Adventure, Vail

20160804 – A Rainy Vail

August 30, 2016 hadrian2016@gmail.com Leave a comment

I’ve driven over Vail pass so many times in the past years and always thought, “I need to ride the pass.” So, I woke up and drove over to Vail, which is a town I love so much in the Summer.

I checked into the hotel, which is a Marriott, of course. It’s a beautiful property and actually a Vacation Club. I got upgraded to a room that was bigger than house. It’s so huge… even my clothes have their own room.

When I woke up to bike up the pass it was cloudy and cold. Even though the weather sucked, I decided to head out and not let the it dictate my day.

As soon as I started up the hill, the rain came and it didn’t stop. I got poured on. Even with the non stop drizzle, I had a fantastic time. I got drenched inside and out. Even the beard was soaked…!!