Latest posts tagged with #TheNextSummit on Bluesky
Happy Friday, friends! ☀️⛰️
The weekend is almost here! Where are you heading to get outside? Hitting a 14er? Chasing fall colors? Or just soaking in some fresh air close to home?
#Colorado14ers #OptOutside #TheNextSummit #WeekendWarriors
Backcountry navigation? Altitude sickness? First aid? Leave No Trace? Members receive full, on-demand access to every lesson inside the Summit Skills Academy to learn at your own pace.
Enroll instantly when you join: thenextsummit.org/membership
#colorado14ers #leavenotrace #thenextsummit
Want to stop getting lost on the trail? Use *handrails* and *backstops*.
Handrails (like creeks or ridges) guide you; backstops (like roads or cliffs) stop you.
Plan with both before your hike to stay found, not lost. 🧭🏞️
#TheNextSummit #NavigationTips
🏔️ Planning your first 14er? May is the time to train.
✅ Hike weekly
🏋️ Build strength & core
🧘 Work on balance
⛰️ Get elevation when possible
Consistency now = safety later. Start strong!
#14erTraining #TheNextSummit #HikeColorado
🔥 A 40% drop in Forest Service firefighting capacity in CO puts us all at greater wildfire risk—just as fire season begins. Let’s hike smart, reduce fire risk & speak up for our public lands.
📖 www.koaa.com/advocates-of-ac...
#Colorado #WildfireRisk #TheNextSummit #ForestService #LeaveNoTrace
💦 Dreaming of waterfall hikes this spring? I rounded up 9 of the best waterfall trails in Colorado – from iconic cascades to hidden gems worth the trek.
📍Explore the full list: thenextsummit.org/best-color...
#ColoradoHiking #WaterfallWednesday #TheNextSummit
This land is your land—literally. 🏞️
Public lands are owned by all Americans. That means we have a shared responsibility to protect and preserve them.
⚠️ When they’re threatened, we speak up.
💪 Let’s defend our trails, forests, and mountains.
#TheNextSummit #DefendPublicLands #ColoradoOutdoors
🚨 The USDA just declared a logging “emergency” across 113 million acres of national forests.
That’s 60% of public lands—fast-tracked for timber harvest, with no public input.
We break down what it means & how to take action:
🔗 thenextsummit.org/the-usda-j...
#PublicLands #TheNextSummit
🌩️ Knowing when to turn around is an essential skill!
Colorado weather can change FAST. If dark clouds roll in before noon, it’s time to head down.
Summits = optional.
Have you ever had to turn around before the summit due to a storm? Tell us what happened!
#MountainWeather #TheNextSummit
⚠️ MYTH: You don’t need a map if you’re using AllTrails.
✅ TRUTH: Apps are helpful—but batteries die and GPS can fail.
Always carry a paper map + compass and know how to use them.
Let’s be safer out there.
#MountainMyths #NavigationSkills #HikePrepared #TheNextSummit
What’s the most unique or surprising animal you’ve seen on a hike? 🦅🦊 #WildlifeEncounters #TheNextSummit
Lost the trail? Nature’s got you. 🏔️
Use "natural handrails—like rivers, ridges, roads, or valleys—to stay oriented when tech fails. Simple, smart, and possibly life-saving. 🧭
💬 Have you ever used handrails while navigating outdoors?
#HikeSmart #MountainSafety #TheNextSummit
What’s the biggest mistake you made on your first big hike or summit attempt? 🏔️😅 #HikingLessons #TheNextSummit
Despite the focus of my blog’s name, climbing mountains isn’t just about the summit—it’s about the journey and what you experience along the trail.
What keeps you coming back to the trails? 🥾💙
#LoveTheClimb #OutdoorLife #TheNextSummit #PeakBagging
🌎🐾 This #WorldWildlifeDay, we celebrate Colorado's amazing wildlife!
Remember: follow #LeaveNoTrace, keep distance, use bear-proof containers, and stick to trails.
Every action helps keep our wild spaces wild. What's your favorite wildlife encounter?
#TheNextSummit #RecreateResponsibly
When landing in Denver, you can see a long caravan of cars coming back from the mountains along US-285 as clear as day!
I love flying when I get to snag a window seat. Otherwise, it's not nearly as fun...
#DenverColorado #US285 #DenverFlight #MountainSunset #FlyingPhotos #TheNextSummit
Hiking tip: Assign roles before your adventure! Leader, navigator, communicator, even snack czar 🍫—each role keeps the group focused, safe, and connected. Clear roles = smooth, fun, and safe trails ahead! 🏔️
#HikingSafety #Teamwork #TheNextSummit
🗺️ Master reading topographic maps for your next hike!
Contour lines reveal the land:
🌾 Flat = wide spacing
⛰️ Steep = packed lines
🪨 Cliffs = stacked lines
🌄 Summits = closed circles
🌀 Valleys = V-shaped lines
#OutdoorSkills #HikingTips #TheNextSummit
