Author: Squires Lavina

It might sound like a simple gesture—just opt for the reusable option, whether it’s a water bottle, coffee mug, or grocery bag.…Read moreRefuse It: Carrying Reusable Items

In 1991, Gordon Hardman initiated the Hardrock Hundred Endurance Run, a grueling ultra-trail race designed to pay homage to the resilience of Colorado’s early miners who navigated the rugged San Juan Mountains.…Read moreHard mountains, soft hearts: The Hardrock Hundred Endurance Run

As the sun dips below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the mountain slopes, a dazzling array of yellow aspen leaves illuminates…Read moreThe Science of Fall Colors

Amid the ebb and flow of COVID-19 restrictions, our society grapples with a profound mental health crisis…Read moreThe Nature Corollary: Reconnecting with the Outdoors

They say adversity molds us into who we are. A year ago, if you had mentioned this to me, you would have likely received a disdainful glare.…Read moreThe Healing Power of Mother Nature

Living in Southwest Colorado offers a unique privilege: access to the alpine environments that define the region’s rugged beauty.…Read moreThe Alpine: Protecting a Fragile Ecosystem