COLORADO Cathedral Spires near Pine As the sun appears on the horizon and the grass rustles under your boots, a majestic creature casually walks into your field of vision. There’s tension in your knees from the position you’ve been holding, but — at last — the time has come. The thrill of the hunt is upon you. Most people don’t have the leisure time required to scout out and plan a successful big-game hunt. When you team up with folks who do this for a living, all you have to do is throw on your high-visibility orange and set off for adventure. With Story Creek Outfitters , you’ll prowl in the shadow of the lush and rolling Spanish Peaks near Walsenburg, enjoying comfortable accommodations, food and transportation while hunting on private land. Story Creek specializes in custom big-game hunting trips, pairing you with a professional guide to show you the most prolific areas on their property — for hunting elk, pronghorn and more. You’ve likely seen spectacular images of climbers scaling some of Colorado’s most dramatic rock faces and thought you’d never take that daring leap. But with a climbing guide, you’ll learn the basics of the gear and how to use it to rappel, move and finesse techniques. These patient outfitters craft an educational expedition that’s tailored to your specific goals. Apex Mountain School offers guided trips near Vail and the surrounding area, as well as a couple favorites of the local climbing community: Eldorado Canyon outside Boulder is known for its breathtaking views and top-rope, traditional and multi-pitch climbing for all skill levels. The Cathedral Spires near Pine also feature incredible multi-pitch climbing, including some of the state’s best crack climbs, as well as a beginner course and single-pitch climbs for those who wish to stay a little closer to the ground. KENNAN HARVEY Find more guided-adventure tours on Colorado.com COLORADO . COM 131
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