COME TO LIFE Hut Trips Hut trips are one of the best ways to embrace the true essence of a Colorado high-country winter, offering the coziest reward at the end of an invigorating day of snowshoeing or cross-country skiing through remote landscapes. The 10th Mountain Division Hut system provides a framework that’s considered the apex of these excursions. The huts were built to house WWII soldiers training to fight in high altitudes. And while they’re well-equipped to provide warmth and rest after a day in the sun and snow, making your way between them requires knowledge of the area, maps and superior navigation skills. Paragon Guides near Vail provides a complete escape into the wilderness, all customized for your group’s experience and fitness levels. They take care of the food, hut reservations, sleeping bags, backpacks and avalanche-safety equipment — leaving you to focus on making your way to a hot-chocolate reward. Hunting 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 J&D Outfitters , you’ll prowl the rolling grassland near Hugo, enjoying comfortable accommodations, home-cooked meals and roundtrip transportation while hunting on private land. By the end of the day, you’ll have gained a lot of knowledge from your guides and have many stories to tell back home. Harry Gates Hut near Basalt Find more beginner-friendly guided tours on Colorado.com . 116 1-800-COLORADO JASON HATFIELD
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