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Grizzly bears in Colorado? Alligator wrestling? Things to do each season? The OutThere Colorado Podcast covers a wide range of important topics related to outdoor recreation in Colorado. Follow along as we explore the natural playground of the Centennial State.
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In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about America's 'loneliest road trip' and how it cuts through Colorado, how an annual natural phenomenon might not appear this year, national park visitation dipping at several Colorado spots, more pizza recommendations (back by popular demand), e-bike news related to some stunning Colorado trails, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Tim Page – the show's audio and video producer – chat about a recent avalanche death that occurred in Colorado, a popular open space that was once a landfill, how Netflix's most popular movie is set in the Centennial State, winds hitting more than 100 miles per hour, the current drought and snowpack status, and more.
In this special interview episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer McKee chats with Eugene Buchanan, life-long Colorado resident, world traveler, and author in the outdoor recreation space for 30 years. At various points throughout his career, Eugene has held the role of editor-in-chief of Paddler magazine and has written for Denver Business Journal, with his articles also appearing in the New York Times, National Geographic, Men's Journal, and more. Eugene has also published six books related to his adventures on water in Siberia, Peru, and beyond, with his latest book, 'Yampa Yearnings: An ode to one of the last wild rivers in the West,' covering the important fight to save the Yampa River that runs through Steamboat Springs via his personal lens. Information about purchasing Yampa Yearnings can be found on Eugene's website: https://eugene-buchanan.squarespace.com/ The book can also be found on Amazon and other places where books are sold.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the Front Range Passenger Train, Colorado's first avalanche death of the season, how a popular spot will start limiting hikers, the state's first glass-floored gondola, a lengthy trail that's worth checking out, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about some big changes coming to Epic Pass and Ikon Pass next year (and a major discount for 'young adults'), a serious collision on the slopes involving an 8-year-old, two major resorts offering $50 lift tickets, a major expansion at a popular hot spring destination, a rescue on the Manitou Incline, a new dark sky community, the best pizza in Colorado Springs, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the most iconic ski runs in Colorado, an update on the state park stabbing hoax, how a dog food company once owned some of Colorado's most iconic ski areas (and played a major role in their development), a rock climber's comeback story after a horrific accident, a spectacular natural scene you must check out, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a hiker convicted of manslaughter, the state's wolverine reintroduction plan, Spencer's list of 102 things to do this year in Colorado and a few of his favorite inclusions, Colorado's snowpack, and more. Find the full list of 102 things to do in Colorado: CLICK HERE
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about America's deadliest avalanche in decades (that took place this week), Rocky Mountain National Park's reservation system, a mass-casualty crash that occurred amid a Colorado dust storm, a ride share driver getting passengers stranded on a mountain pass, a few more presidential visits in Colorado, a great Italian spot, a trip to Mission Ballroom, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth talk about the state's brushes with American presidents (and one time Seth spotted a presidential candidate at a local brewery), an update related to a 2021 adventure park death, what paragliding is like, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about three waves of incoming snow, Coloradans in the Olympics, the state's 'best' diner spot and its storied past, a rescue on Longs Peak, a city that was dubbed the 'worst place to date,' an often-overlooked attraction, & more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a wolf that died during a CPW operation, a vote related to renaming two 14ers, a quintessential Colorado mountain man with a taste for cinema, and how up to 24 inches of snow could be on the way.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a treasure hunt taking place at 14,000 feet in Colorado, a recent bike path death in Breckenridge (and the call for witnesses), a canyon that's got new trails and is totally worth checking out, a big change at Colorado's most iconic beer festival, and more.
In this special interview episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer chats with Kyla Pearce, a reporter with the Denver Gazette who covers the ski industry and outdoor recreation. Topics discussed include the impact that this season's lack of snow is having on ski areas, as well as Kyla's thru-hike on the 500-mile Colorado Trail.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a phenomenon that could result in the disappearance of Colorado's second-largest natural lake, two wild backcountry rescues, an awesome dino-themed excursion near Denver, and a breaking news report related to a fatal I-70 crash involving a snow plow and a hockey team's van. Note: This episode is a special mid-week episode, so it's a bit shorter. Also – we recently overhauled our studio. Don't forget to check out what we've got going on over on YouTube, too.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about Alex Honnold's wild free solo climb up Taipei 101, the snow situation in Colorado, a major upgrade at a locals' favorite resort, skier visitation being down, a fossil that was discovered, a fine-dining spot that checks the boxes (and comes with a great view), and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about Colorado's next 'reintroduced' predator, the 'other' sand dunes (that allows vehicles on the sand), major updates at various recreation areas, a restaurant with a stunning view, the snow outlook, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about additional details that have been released in the fatal mountain lion attack, the end of the Telluride strike, the extreme lack of snow – and a very labor-intensive tactic resorts are using to keep terrain open, the ski area that was once sold for $100, the Broncos' upcoming playoff game (and of course, Seth's Chicago Bears), and more. Note: This is indeed an outdoor recreation-focused podcast, but hype around the NFL playoffs resulted in about nine minutes of football talk to start the show (whoops). If you want to skip past that, we won't be offended – the punchline is that Seth is cheering for the Bears and Spencer is hopeful the Broncos can keep it together for a big win this weekend.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the recent trail death suspected to be due to a mountain lion attack, a chance to ski for free, Telluride reopening, an update related to bison hunting, a hidden gem restaurant, and more.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about our favorite adventure moments of the year, goals for 2026, the closure at Telluride Ski Resort, and often-overlooked mountain towns worth the visit.
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a new lift-serviced ski resort coming to Colorado, Rocky Mountain National Park's moose problem, the much-talked-about 'dinosaur plant,' another altercation on the slopes, trying an award-winning burger, Colorado's deadliest animal (that killed 17 people this year), and more.
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Hi! Responding to "complaining" (Outdoor Colorado's word) out-of-towners who looked for an outdoor adventure *without* knowing there was lots of risk and inconvenience should do lots of research before they visit CO. Colorado, like most of Europe does not treat their wilderness areas and their linking vehicular roads that are open to the public as if they were part of a theme park. As it is, way too much accommodation in recent years in our state and federal parks in CO has actually led to this confusion with tourists. In meeting the tourism industry (tourists) more than half-way, has, in my opinion, let tourists fantasize as to how effortless and risk-free being in the wilderness is. The tourism industry should help out. Not to demean the tourists, but to emphasize to them that by educating themselves about their destinations within the state, (with the online or brick-and-mortar tourist agency assisting), they can then be *totally honest* with themselves as to what risks and inconv