Western Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron Rydbergii)

Colorado trail heads often warn about western poison ivy being near the trail and especially near moist river banks. It is a perennial shrub in the Cashew family that typically has almond shape leaves, red veins, and yellowish-white berries. Continue reading “Western Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron Rydbergii)”

Hiking Horsetooth Rock Trail – Fort Collins, Colorado

The Horsetooth Mountain Open Space contains 29 miles of trails that can be traveled via hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and nordic walking. Continue reading “Hiking Horsetooth Rock Trail – Fort Collins, Colorado”

Bobcat Ridge Natural Area – MTB, Horseback Riding – Fort Collins, CO

The Bobcat Ridge Natural Area is located approximately 30 minutes outside of Fort Collins, CO but is worth the drive for hikers, nordic walkers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. Continue reading “Bobcat Ridge Natural Area – MTB, Horseback Riding – Fort Collins, CO”