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3 Perfect Days in Flaming Gorge Country

3 Perfect Days in Flaming Gorge Country

by | May 3, 2019

Flaming Gorge Reservoir is one of northern Utah and southern Wyoming’s greatest gems. Literally, the water sparkles a sapphire blue color, and the flaming red cliffs tower high above. With at least a few days you can sample of some the most stellar outdoor recreation that the area has to offer. Find secret nooks on a boating adventure, or take advantage of the numerous hiking trails. For an adrenaline rush, kick it up a notch with a whitewater rafting tour on the Green River! One thing is for sure, wildlife abounds in this part of the state, so keep your eyes peeled for moose, bear, elk, bighorn sheep, and a variety of other native species.

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Take the Scenic Route: Explore the Fun Way to Yellowstone at Wind River Hotel & Casino

Take the Scenic Route: Explore the Fun Way to Yellowstone at Wind River Hotel & Casino

by | Apr 22, 2019

Smack dab in the middle of Cowboy Country, Wind River Country is largely unknown outside of Wyoming but that’s precisely the point. With adventure any direction you head, it’s one of the last remaining frontier towns on the way to Yellowstone, the Grand Tetons, or Jackson Hole. Whichever way you’re headed, Wind River is a great stopover to break up the trip and get to know one of Wyoming’s best-kept secrets.

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Rocky Mountain National Park and the Colorado Plateau

Rocky Mountain National Park and the Colorado Plateau

by | Apr 5, 2019

The Colorado Plateau is an amazing geographical wonder, stretching through four states, it is a vast area of wind-scoured deserts, red sandstone cliffs, tumbling rivers tunning wildlife and soaring mountain peaks. With this trip, you will get to experience everything it has to offer, with a little Rocky Mountain exposure thrown in for good measure.

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National Parks and the Colorado Peaks

National Parks and the Colorado Peaks

by | Mar 14, 2019

Colorado has some of the most staggeringly beautiful landscape in the world, and you will be seeing all it has to offer as you travel the state along the spine of the Rocky Mountains, then down into the desert basin, before heading north again to Pikes Peak.

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What would your dream vacation look like?

What would your dream vacation look like?

by | Mar 1, 2019

I’m a dreamer, how about you? I am always crafting my next adventure and planning the next trip. I spend a lot of time outdoors, from hiking and mountain biking to quiet canoe rides on the nearby lake. Soaking in the outdoors always lifts my spirits and makes me feel at ease. While planning a vacation to Montana, I knew I wanted to spend time outside. I hooked up with the folks at Flying Pig Adventure Company to help craft the perfect 3 days in the Yellowstone area. The trip was a wonderful balance of high-action adventure and quiet moments to myself.

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Drift Through Dinosaurland Near Vernal, Utah

Drift Through Dinosaurland Near Vernal, Utah

by | Feb 28, 2019

150 years ago, John Wesley Powell and his men first explored the Green and Colorado Rivers. The journey began in Wyoming, wound through the intense Utah landscape, and eventually concluded in Arizona. Rafting the Green River from Vernal, Utah follows the legacy of those early explorers. More than a century beyond the historic Powell expedition, the landscape remains unchanged and frozen in time. Soon you’ll understand why this area is commonly referred to as the “origin of adventure”.

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Beyond Tahoe: Wine & Whitewater in California’s Gold Country

Beyond Tahoe: Wine & Whitewater in California’s Gold Country

by | Feb 20, 2019

The enchanting emerald waters of Lake Tahoe have been luring visitors in for years. Beyond the beauty of the lake lies the scenic Gold Country of California, with a range of attractions and activities ripe for the picking by a true explorer. You can literally raft the American River in the morning, and sip homegrown libations by dusk. Take your pick in this budding nook of California, the charming place where El Dorado and Placer Counties join.

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Four Season Fun in Livingston, Montana

Four Season Fun in Livingston, Montana

by | Feb 8, 2019

From the mountains to the monstrous trout, Montana has endless possibilities. Just north of Yellowstone National Park lies the lovable town of Livingston, an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise in every season. While many parts of Montana deal with harsh winters, Livingston is just one of those “banana belt” towns; a place where the sun shines most days of the year and somehow it doesn’t feel bitter cold on snowy days. Year-round, travelers will appreciate the slew of art that Livingston has to offer. There are 17 galleries and counting around town, plus live theater and music on frequent rotation. For the foodies, casual to fine dining is in abundance in Livingston with over 20 restaurants to choose from! 

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