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I guarantee you’ll find no other place that gives you exclusive local Colorado travel recommendations, insider tips to how to beat the crowds on the hottest hiking trails, and where to find that secret camping spot hidden in the American Southwest.
So go ahead, stop traveling like a tourist, and start exploring Colorado and the American Southwest like a local.
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Meg here. Long-time Colorado local (13 years and counting). There’s nothing I love more than leaving the city and exploring my backyard of Colorado.
I went from calling myself a bad hiker to becoming a professional freelance writer for the outdoors.
Now I scale Colorado’s tallest peaks and inch my way to the top of desert towers only to have a relaxing night by the campfire each weekend.
The outdoors has so much to teach us about ourselves. The strength we find trying something new translates to all aspects of life.
I’m here to empower you to get outside with confidence.
Get ready to level up your hiking skills, learn how to snag that secret camping spot, and so much more.
You have what it takes to feel courageous, self-reliant, and empowered when you get outside.
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Fox in the Forest wants you to have the adventure trip of a lifetime, whether that be leveling up your backpacking skills or finding the most beautiful hikes in Colorado. This hiking blog is packed with incredible hiking and camping tips, expert knowledge on outdoor adventure trips across the globe and so much more.
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