Do you live to move down the trail? Then your shoes are a reflection of who you are in the wild.

They need to be tough, but not those big old clod-hopper boots your dad used to wear.

They need to be light, but still have the guts to tackle big scrambles and days of abuse. They need to be waterproof to romp through streams and mud, but not stifling and stinky. They need to be ready to go on a moment’s notice — whether it’s exercising the dogs, nabbing a rocky summit, putting miles down from a lonely trailhead, or just chilling with a microbrew post-hike in the sun. Is that how you move?

Enter this giveaway and you may have some very happy feet. To stoke your speed-hiking fire, we are giving away a pair of Lowa’s Innox to one lucky male winner, and a pair of Lowa’s Ferrox to one lucky woman.

The Innox GTX Lo ($190 MSRP) weighs in at just 1.7 pounds per pair and features a waterproof/breathable Gore-Tex liner. And Lowa’s Monowrap construction technique reduces overall boot weight while retaining lateral stability.

The equally fast Ferrox GTX Lo ($175 MSRP) tips the scales at a scant 1.5 pounds per pair and features a Gore-Tex membrane as well. Its stabilizing, dual-density PU midsole enhances the foot’s natural roll-through motion.

What are you waiting for? Enter now and get moving.

CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED! KEEP CHECKING FACEBOOK AND YOUR IN-BOX FOR RESULTS!

Rules and Regulations:  Prize must be redeemed within 1 year of winning  date. Entries must be received by mail or through the www.elevationoutdoors.com contest sign-up page by NOON MST on July 3rd, 2014. One entry per person. One winner per household.  Sweepstakes open only to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United  States and the District of Columbia, who are 18 years of age or older.  Void wherever prohibited by law. Families and employees of Elevation Outdoors Magazine and participating sponsors are not eligible. No  liability is assumed for lost, late, incomplete, inaccurate,  non-delivered or misdirected mail, or misdirected e-mail, garbled, mis-transcribed, faulty or incomplete telephone transmissions, for  technical hardware or software failures of any kind, lost or unavailable  network connection, or failed, incomplete or delayed computer  transmission or any human error which may occur in the receipt of  processing of the entries in this Sweepstakes. By entering the  sweepstakes, entrants agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and affiliated companies reserve  the right to contact entrants multiple times with special information  and offers. Elevation Outdoors Magazine reserves the right, at their  sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry  process and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes.  Winners agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and participating  sponsors, their subsidiaries, affiliates, agents and promotion agencies  shall not be liable for injuries or losses of any kind resulting from  acceptance of or use of prizes. No substitutions or redemption of cash,  or transfer of prize permitted. Any taxes associated with winning any of  the prizes detailed below will be paid by the winner. Winners agree to  allow sponsors to use their name and pictures for purposes of promotion. Sponsors reserve the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater  value. All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.  Selection of winner will be chosen at random at the Elevation Outdoors  office on or before July 3rd, NOON MST 2014. Winners will be contacted by  the information they provided in the contest sign-up field and have 7  days to claim their prize before another winner will be picked. Odds of  winning will be determined by the total number of eligible entries received.

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This contest is closed. Try our other contests here!

Rules and Regulations:  Prize must be redeemed within 1 year of winning  date. Entries must be received by mail or through the www.elevationoutdoors.com contest sign-up page by NOON MST on September 2nd, 2014. One entry per person. One winner per household.  Sweepstakes open only to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United  States and the District of Columbia, who are 18 years of age or older.  Void wherever prohibited by law. Families and employees of Elevation Outdoors Magazine and participating sponsors are not eligible. No  liability is assumed for lost, late, incomplete, inaccurate,  non-delivered or misdirected mail, or misdirected e-mail, garbled, mis-transcribed, faulty or incomplete telephone transmissions, for  technical hardware or software failures of any kind, lost or unavailable  network connection, or failed, incomplete or delayed computer  transmission or any human error which may occur in the receipt of  processing of the entries in this Sweepstakes. By entering the  sweepstakes, entrants agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and affiliated companies reserve  the right to contact entrants multiple times with special information  and offers. Elevation Outdoors Magazine reserves the right, at their  sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry  process and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes.  Winners agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and participating  sponsors, their subsidiaries, affiliates, agents and promotion agencies  shall not be liable for injuries or losses of any kind resulting from  acceptance of or use of prizes. No substitutions or redemption of cash,  or transfer of prize permitted. Any taxes associated with winning any of  the prizes detailed below will be paid by the winner. Winners agree to  allow sponsors to use their name and pictures for purposes of promotion. Sponsors reserve the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater  value. All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.  Selection of winner will be chosen at random at the Elevation Outdoors  office on or before September 2nd, NOON MST 2014. Winners will be contacted by  the information they provided in the contest sign-up field and have 7  days to claim their prize before another winner will be picked. Odds of  winning will be determined by the total number of eligible entries received.

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Denver Beer Co. wants people to explore the state

Looking for a reason to get out and explore our fair state this fall? How about—Free Beer for a Year—would that motivate you to load up your car and embark upon a road trip? Well if it does then it’s time to head to your local liquor store and buy a sixer or two of Denver Beer Co.’s freshly canned brew.

The  Denver Beer Company Explorer Contest is the brainchild of Patrick Crawford and Charlie Berger owners of the three-year-old brewery located in the heart of Denver. “We just finished opening our new location “Canworks” that will allow us to meet our consumers demands for many years to come,” says Charlie. “Part of our expansion was to add in a brand new canning line from Wild Goose Engineering in Boulder so we can start to offer our beers to a broader audience, we thought creating interactive cans would be a great way to introduce people to our beers.”

In the few years they have been open their dedicated fan base has grown, quickly drinking up all of their offerings. “ Just about every beer we brew is consumed in our tasting room, we have been so busy keeping it stocked we quickly realized an expansion was needed,” says Charlie. “ We only had our beer on tap in maybe fifteen total bars throughout Denver, one of our main goals is to stay local. We are for Coloradoans.”

The brewery is currently offering two beers in cans with plans to roll several more out throughout the next year.

Utilizing new technologies from Ball Technologies in Golden they were able to print different GPS Coordinates on the shoulder of each can for a total of twenty-four unique locations throughout the state. There are twelve different ones on their Graham Cracker Porter and twelve more on their Incredible Pedal IPA. All you have to do is take a selfie with you and your beer at each location, upload on their website, and once you hit all twenty-four you are entered into the drawing for the title of explorer of the year.

Exploring to the extreme!

The locations are roughly 75% on the Front Range and 25% spread throughout the state, visiting many of the founder’s favorite spots. “We figure this contest embodies what craft beer in Colorado is about,” says Charlie. “ You work hard, play hard, and enjoy great beer in the outdoors.” Every consumer that completes the challenge will earn the title of DBC Explorer and an invitation to an exclusive VIP party at the brewery. One person will be crowned the Explorer of the Year and most importantly win free beer for a year!

Contest Ends November 7^t. Learn more here Denver Beer Co.

Denver Beer Co is located at 1695 Platte St Denver 80202

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Contest Closed. Thank you for entering!

Rules and Regulations:  Prize must be redeemed within 1 year of winning  date. Entries must be received by mail or through the www.elevationoutdoors.com contest sign-up page by NOON MST on November 21, 2014. One entry per person. One winner per household.  Sweepstakes open only to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United  States and the District of Columbia, who are 18 years of age or older.  Void wherever prohibited by law. Families and employees of Elevation Outdoors Magazine and participating sponsors are not eligible. No  liability is assumed for lost, late, incomplete, inaccurate,  non-delivered or misdirected mail, or misdirected e-mail, garbled, mis-transcribed, faulty or incomplete telephone transmissions, for  technical hardware or software failures of any kind, lost or unavailable  network connection, or failed, incomplete or delayed computer  transmission or any human error which may occur in the receipt of  processing of the entries in this Sweepstakes. By entering the  sweepstakes, entrants agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and affiliated companies reserve  the right to contact entrants multiple times with special information  and offers. Elevation Outdoors Magazine reserves the right, at their  sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry  process and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes.  Winners agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and participating  sponsors, their subsidiaries, affiliates, agents and promotion agencies  shall not be liable for injuries or losses of any kind resulting from  acceptance of or use of prizes. No substitutions or redemption of cash,  or transfer of prize permitted. Any taxes associated with winning any of  the prizes detailed below will be paid by the winner. Winners agree to  allow sponsors to use their name and pictures for purposes of promotion. Sponsors reserve the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater  value. All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.  Selection of winner will be chosen at random at the Elevation Outdoors  office on or before November 21, Noon MST 2014. Winners will be contacted by  the information they provided in the contest sign-up field and have 7  days to claim their prize before another winner will be picked. Odds of  winning will be determined by the total number of eligible entries received.

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It might seem a little funny for a landlocked state like ours to have a submarine named after it, but the reality of it is we have lots of Colorado natives joining the Navy and working to defend our freedom across the board. This submarine will be the fourth naval vessel to carry the name Colorado and like all others in the Navy it needs a crest, a symbol to represent the ship itself and those who serve on it throughout its projected 33 year lifespan. Are you up for the challenge of designing the emblem to represent the submarine named after our state?

The contest is two-tiered: a Senior Division contest, which includes an award of a $1,500 scholarship for the winner and a round-trip for two to the submarine’s commissioning in Groton, CT in 2016, requires a print ready digital graphics image file and a $10 entry fee. The Junior Division contest is aimed at younger children and is to be submitted on paper not larger than 8.5 X 11” along with the submission form found on the Committee’s web site, usscoloradocommittee.org. Students in Middle School (up to and including 8th grade) may opt to compete either in the Junior Division or the Senior Division. The Ship’s Commanding Officer, will select the winner from each category.

The State of Colorado is honored by the naming of the Navy’s upcoming attack submarine after our great state. USS Colorado (SSN 788) started construction in March of 2012 at Electric boat Shipyard in Groton, CT and is expected to be commissioned in late 2016. She is the 15th of the Virginia class submarines.

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Build the Perfect Colorado Six Pack!

Craft beer is an essential part of the outdoor lifestyle in Colorado, and Elevation Outdoors magazine has been covering and partnering with local brewers since we began publication six years ago. Last year, Oskar Blues’ Dale’s Pale Ale won the EO March Madness Beer Poll. This year, we’re mixing things up a bit. Or should we say… letting you mix things up.

The “Best Sixer Ever” poll includes 32 breweries based in the state of Colorado that distribute their beer in six-packs available on the Front Range. We’re asking YOU to select your six favorite beers out of the group. Build your favorite six-pack to cast your vote!

The top six beers chosen by all readers will determine the six ultimate winners. Voting begins February 9th. Readers can vote once a day. Mid-way through we will eliminate half of the beers for a second round of voting.

Round 1 : Feb 9 – March 6 (noon MST)

Round 2: Top 16 Remain – March 6-March 23rd (noon MST)

Click here to build your “Best Sixer Ever”!

Special thanks to our poll sponsor, Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce. For those readers who love craft beer and other delicious things made in Colorado, check out their event coming up on March 28th called Crafted. Tickets for this on-mountain brewfest are on pre-sale now, so don’t wait!

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And in the end there were six.

The best Colorado beer is here. After weeks of battling, the first ever Elevation Outdoors create your ultimate six-pack of Colorado beers reader poll has wrapped up. It was not easy to choose from the numerous brews nominated by the 32 participating breweries. Luckily, we, the editors, did not have to take on that task—you did. Now, it’s time to sit back and enjoy the victors, or take them with you the next time you go outside and play. So without further ado here are the winners.

Every well-stocked beer fridge across the Rocky Mountains must have at least one IPA in it—seriously look it up, I think it’s a state law. Drinkers across the country have embraced these humongous hop-bombs over the last decade making them the hottest style of craft beer. According to the Brewers Association, they were up a whopping 47 percent last year. Just think about that number. That’s on top of continual growth, it’s crazy. It seems like brewers are turning out new ones daily.

Well luckily for Coloradoans, the folks at Ska Brewing in Durango have been turning out one of the very best. Their Modus Hoperandi IPA is a beautifully balanced beer with an incredible citrus nose. It’s the ideal brew to crack open after a day on the slopes or an afternoon watching the game. It also was the top vote-getter in our poll. You named in a whopping 41 percent of your six packs.

On the opposite end of the beer spectrum is Milk Stout Nitro. It garnered the second most votes in our poll. A velvety-smooth beer with prevalent flavors of chocolate and vanilla with a touch of roasted coffee, it’s a drink you just don’t want to put down. The nitrogen that infuses the beer creates a seriously silky stout that goes down so smooth. The fact that Left Hand Brewing has created a way to deliver their nitrogenated beers to you direct in the bottle virtually guarantees them a place in most peoples dream six-pack. When the temps drop after the sun settles, this is one beer you will want in your cooler when car camping.

With a strong malty backbone balanced by a generous hoppy kick, Upslope Brewing’s Brown Ale is the perfect beer for spring drinking. It delivers a full-body taste that’s not too complex, but offers layers of subtle flavors. The hints of coffee and chocolates will help you ward off the chill while the 45 IBU’s mean it will deliver a crisp finish. Though only six-and-a-half years old, the brewers at Upslope have been pulling in accolades and awards since they first opened their doors. Make sure you have this beer in your cooler when you are headed out for an adventure.

One of the biggest new trends of the craft beer revolution is the emergence of session beers. These are brews loaded with the great flavors we have come to expect in micro beers, but not weighed down by the high alcohol content so often found in them. You can crack them open with friends and not worry about getting too buzzed after a couple cold ones. Odell Brewing’s Loose Leaf is just such a beer. Crisp, refreshing, and quite pleasing, it will leave you smiling after quaffing a few with friends. With only 4.5 percent alcohol by volume, it is the perfect beer to share with friends after a long mountain bike ride at the trailhead. Make sure you have this excellent session ale in your fridge.

Sometimes, it’s best to reach for a classic—hey, they never seem to go out of style. At least that seems to be the story with Dales Pale Ale. Big, bold and aggressive would be how many describe it. A crisp finish leaves your taste buds begging for more nicely balances its huge floral undertone. Consistently considered one of the best beers in America—and the one that launched the current craze of canning craft beer—it is a trendsetter. It is a large part of the reason Oskar Blues Brewery is now the 24th largest craft brewery in the United States. If you are heading out for a day in the backcountry, it is one beer you will want with you.

Photo Credit: Denver Beer Co

The final beer rounding out our Best Sixer Ever was something of a Cinderella story. Knocking off perennial powers Avery, Great Divide and Breckenridge, it seems to be a beer destined for success. Brewed with a complex array of spices, Denver Beer Company’s Graham Cracker Porter is one of the more interesting beers on the market today. This American Porter is well balanced with vanilla sweetness balanced out by the dark roasted malts evident in any well-made porter. The fact that it is available in cans—not too many well crafted porters are—and that it is only available in Colorado right now, makes this a must-have when heading out on your next adventure.

So there you have it, six excellent brews to consider for your next outing. So pack up the gear, put the dog in the back, and go have some fun.

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Looking for an exciting group adventure this summer? Look no further. Head down to Chaffee County with 9 of your closest buddies and get your adventure on with some of our favorite partners. Challenge the Browns Canyon Aerial Adventure Park, on the Arkansas River, then soak in the 100% natural and geothermic hot springs at Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort. You and your friends will stay overnight in a cabin at Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort and be able to take advantage of the spa and club along with all the fitness classes.

Sign up below for a chance to win this amazing prize pack:

• Aerial Park Adventure for 10 at Browns Canyon Adventure Park
• 2 Nights in a Cabin for 10 at Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort
• “Beer for a Year” from Upslope Brewing! (Upslope package includes a Growler and core beer refills every month for one calendar year, plus an Upslope t-shirt and hat)

This contest is over.

Rules and Regulations:  Prize must be redeemed within 1 year of winning  date. Entries must be received by mail or through the www.elevationoutdoors.com contest sign-up page by NOON MST on April 17, 2015. One entry per person. One winner per household.  Sweepstakes open only to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United  States and the District of Columbia, who are 21 years of age or older.  Void wherever prohibited by law. Families and employees of Elevation Outdoors Magazine and participating sponsors are not eligible. No  liability is assumed for lost, late, incomplete, inaccurate,  non-delivered or misdirected mail, or misdirected e-mail, garbled, mis-transcribed, faulty or incomplete telephone transmissions, for  technical hardware or software failures of any kind, lost or unavailable  network connection, or failed, incomplete or delayed computer  transmission or any human error which may occur in the receipt of  processing of the entries in this Sweepstakes. By entering the  sweepstakes, entrants agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and affiliated companies reserve  the right to contact entrants multiple times with special information  and offers. Elevation Outdoors Magazine reserves the right, at their  sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry  process and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes.  Winners agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and participating  sponsors, their subsidiaries, affiliates, agents and promotion agencies  shall not be liable for injuries or losses of any kind resulting from  acceptance of or use of prizes. No substitutions or redemption of cash,  or transfer of prize permitted. Any taxes associated with winning any of  the prizes detailed below will be paid by the winner. Winners agree to  allow sponsors to use their name and pictures for purposes of promotion. Sponsors reserve the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater  value. All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.  Selection of winner will be chosen at random at the Elevation Outdoors  office on or before April 18, Noon MST 2015. Winners will be contacted by  the information they provided in the contest sign-up field and have 7  days to claim their prize before another winner will be picked. Odds of  winning will be determined by the total number of eligible entries received.

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It’s time for you to show us photos of your best friend in action. Our Top Outdoor Adventure Dog Contest runs for the whole month of April. Winners receive doggy glory and fantastic prizes from Dublin Dog!

YOU CAN ENTER HERE NOW!

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Want to win a GoPro Hero 4? How about about a Big Agnes Stillwater Pad or Fish Hawk 30 sleeping bag? Enter to win our Festival Guide Giveaway today!

Rules and Regulations:  Prize must be redeemed within 1 year of winning  date. Entries must be received by mail or through the www.elevationoutdoors.com contest sign-up page by NOON MST on May 29, 2015. One entry per person. One winner per household.  Sweepstakes open only to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United  States and the District of Columbia, who are 21 years of age or older.  Void wherever prohibited by law. Families and employees of Elevation Outdoors Magazine and participating sponsors are not eligible. No  liability is assumed for lost, late, incomplete, inaccurate,  non-delivered or misdirected mail, or misdirected e-mail, garbled, mis-transcribed, faulty or incomplete telephone transmissions, for  technical hardware or software failures of any kind, lost or unavailable  network connection, or failed, incomplete or delayed computer  transmission or any human error which may occur in the receipt of  processing of the entries in this Sweepstakes. By entering the  sweepstakes, entrants agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and affiliated companies reserve  the right to contact entrants multiple times with special information  and offers. Elevation Outdoors Magazine reserves the right, at their  sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry  process and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes.  Winners agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and participating  sponsors, their subsidiaries, affiliates, agents and promotion agencies  shall not be liable for injuries or losses of any kind resulting from  acceptance of or use of prizes. No substitutions or redemption of cash,  or transfer of prize permitted. Any taxes associated with winning any of  the prizes detailed below will be paid by the winner. Winners agree to  allow sponsors to use their name and pictures for purposes of promotion. Sponsors reserve the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater  value. All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.  Selection of winner will be chosen at random at the Elevation Outdoors  office on or before May 29, Noon MST 2015. Winners will be contacted by  the information they provided in the contest sign-up field and have 7  days to claim their prize before another winner will be picked. Odds of  winning will be determined by the total number of eligible entries received.

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What’s the best outdoor college or university in the Rockies and Southwest? Vote in EO’s Top Adventure College Tournament to decide.

Elevation Outdoors’ Top Adventure College Tournament asks readers to pick the top outdoor adventure school. Here’s how it works: Colleges and universities meet in head-to-head matchups in a 32-school bracket. In each contest, the school receiving the most votes advances to the next round. Larger schools with over 11,000 students go head-to-head on one side of the bracket, while smaller schools with fewer than 11,000 students square off on the other side. The finalists from each side face off in a David-meets-Goliath championship to determine the best outdoor school. The initial 32 colleges and universities were selected for their outdoor clubs and curricula, their commitment to outdoor and environmental initiatives, the quality of their outdoor athletes and programs and their opportunities for adventure.

Will your alma mater take the tournament crown? Rally students, alumni and supporters around your college or university. Voting is happening right now. Voters can vote for each contest every 24 hours, so be sure to come back each day to keep your choice in the game. Each week, winners advance to the next round of the tournament.

CLICK HERE TO VOTE NOW!

Round of 32: May 11-18
Sweet 16: May 18-26
Elite 8: May 26-June 1
Final Four: June 1-8
Championship: June 8-15

Top Adventure College Tournament Selections:

Adams State University
Boise State University
Central WY College
Colorado College
Colorado Mesa University
Colorado Mountain College
Colorado State University
Fort Lewis College
Grand Canyon University
Metropolitan State University
Montana State University
Naropa
Northern Arizona University
Northwest College
Red Rocks Community College
Regis University
Rocky Mountain College
San Juan College
Sierra Nevada College
Southern Utah University
University of Arizona
University of Colorado – Boulder
University of Colorado – Colorado Springs
University of Colorado – Denver
University of Denver
University of Idaho
University of Nevada
University of Northern Colorado
University of Utah
University of Wyoming
Western State Colorado University
Westminster College

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If you love music and festivals, then you love hammocks, a staple music festival accessory. Follow @GrandTrunkGoods and @Elevationout on Instagram and post a photo of your festival tickets using #GTHammockFest to win a Grand Trunk Double + New Trunk Straps!

The Grand Trunk and Elevation Outdoors teams will select a winner on July 15 so get to ‘gramming!

Click HERE to visit our gallery page for this contest! 

And while we’re on the topic of Festivals… check out the 2015 Festival Guide from our May issue.

Also, you can find the EO Staff at festivals throughout the state this summer-fall. Up next we’re heading to Salida for FIBArk, Copper Mountain Music Festival in July, Arise Music Festival in August, followed quickly by New West Fest in Fort Collins. Stop by the EO Road Show tent at any of these events for a chance to win prizes from our sponsors!

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Summer is here and that means festival season. Copper Mountain is introducing their inaugural Copper Mountain Music Festival July 11 and we’re partnering up with them to make it a super fun, family friendly, jammed packed day!

While the music and many other activities are FREE, we want one lucky EO Reader and a buddy to get the VIP experience. Sign up before July 9 for a chance to win:

2 day passes

$100 gift card to the village

Backstage access

Prize pack from Elevation Outdoors Magazine and their Road Show Sponsors

This contest is over.

Rules and Regulations:  Prize must be redeemed within 1 year of winning  date. Entries must be received by mail or through the www.elevationoutdoors.com contest sign-up page by NOON MST on July 9, 2015. One entry per person. One winner per household.  Sweepstakes open only to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United  States and the District of Columbia, who are 21 years of age or older.  Void wherever prohibited by law. Families and employees of Elevation Outdoors Magazine and participating sponsors are not eligible. No  liability is assumed for lost, late, incomplete, inaccurate,  non-delivered or misdirected mail, or misdirected e-mail, garbled, mis-transcribed, faulty or incomplete telephone transmissions, for  technical hardware or software failures of any kind, lost or unavailable  network connection, or failed, incomplete or delayed computer  transmission or any human error which may occur in the receipt of  processing of the entries in this Sweepstakes. By entering the  sweepstakes, entrants agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and affiliated companies reserve  the right to contact entrants multiple times with special information  and offers. Elevation Outdoors Magazine reserves the right, at their  sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers with the entry  process and to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes.  Winners agree that Elevation Outdoors Magazine, and participating  sponsors, their subsidiaries, affiliates, agents and promotion agencies  shall not be liable for injuries or losses of any kind resulting from  acceptance of or use of prizes. No substitutions or redemption of cash,  or transfer of prize permitted. Any taxes associated with winning any of  the prizes detailed below will be paid by the winner. Winners agree to  allow sponsors to use their name and pictures for purposes of promotion. Sponsors reserve the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater  value. All Federal, State and local laws and regulations apply.  Selection of winner will be chosen at random at the Elevation Outdoors  office on or before July 9, Noon MST 2015. Winners will be contacted by  the information they provided in the contest sign-up field and have 7  days to claim their prize before another winner will be picked. Odds of  winning will be determined by the total number of eligible entries received.

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In their efforts to support a global movement towards outdoor exploration, The North Face announced the final winners of their 2015 Explore Fund Program Awards this week. This program will be providing grant funding to 47 different non-profit organizations throughout the U.S. who use outdoor exploration as the catalyst for positive, personal or societal change. With over $1.5 million in funding provided to more than 300 different organizations in the past five years, the program aims to inspire the next generation of outdoor explorers and conservationist.

“We reviewed nearly 500 applications for Explore Fund grants this year and each of them were unique and powerful,” reflected Ann Krcik, a senior director of Outdoor Exploration at The North Face. Projects chosen to receive part of the $500,000 being awarded this year include non-profits such as Leave No Trace, The Children and Nature Network, and Latino Outdoors.

“Our organization is in a stage of rapid growth and the grant comes at a momentous time,” expressed Graciela Cabello, national director of Latino Outdoors. This organization focuses on supporting outdoor leadership capacity-building opportunities for youth and young adults in the Latino community and plans to use the funds implement a statewide leadership program and lead more excursions.

Founded in 1966, The North Face introduced the grant in 2010 and hopes to offer it again next year.  “We are really humbled by all the incredible work inspiring the next generation of outdoor explorers,” said Krcik.  For more information about the Explore Fund, please visit www.explorefund.org.

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In our July/August 2015 issue, we had readers vote for what they thought was the most adventurous college, and now we’re back with more valuable information on why these schools made the final rounds. Each finalist shared with us where their students like to play, what their students like to study and what the culture is like at the school. 

Colorado Mountain College (CMC)
Imagine a place where the Rocky Mountains are literally right out your doorstep and while playing in the mountains you can also get your degree. Now, what if we told you this place is real, and it’s called Colorado Mountain College. CMC has locations throughout the Western Slope, but we’re going to focus on their Aspen campus, Steamboat Springs campus, Rifle campus and Edwards campus.

CMC Aspen campus:
Need we say more? Aspen offers tons of outlets for outdoor activities and CMC is right in the heart of it. With four ski mountains and the Roaring Fork River running through town, the outdoor adventures are limitless.

What to study: Visual Art
CMC Aspen offers a plethora of art galleries and art exhibits for students, and they offer classes that have local renowned artists adjacent to faculty. During the annual WinterXGames and the annual Ideas Fest, students from the Isaacson School for New Media assist in documenting the events through numerous outlets like images, interviews and video.

Where to play during winter:
As mentioned above, Aspen is home to four world class ski resorts. Buttermilk, Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Snowmass are all within walking distance of campus. Yes, that means students are likely skiing or snowboarding before class and during breaks. Aspen also offers 60 miles of free nordic trails and backcountry options.

Where to play during summer:
The phrase “came for the winter but stayed for the summer” couldn’t be more relevant than in Aspen. During the summer, there are plenty of mountain biking options that include Sky Mountain Park, the Rio Grande bike trail to Glenwood and Independence Pass. Want to run instead? Aspen offers one of the most challenging trail running competition known as the Power of Four trail run. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, Aspen is home to four of the most difficult 14ers in the state. Capital Peak, Snowmass Peak, Pyramid Peak and Maroon Bells attract climbers from all over the world, and they’re just minutes from town. More of a water person? Aspen has that too. Kayak down the Roaring Fork river or fly fish the Frying Pan river only 20 miles down the road.

Culture:
CMC Aspen is home to the Santa Fe Ballet as well as year-long art exhibits. Students also like to participate in poetry slams and other creative writing events such as Writ Large. Writ Large is put on by the Isaacson School and brings live storytelling to Aspen.

CMC Steamboat Springs campus:
Steamboat Springs couldn’t be a more perfect place for those who want to be a ski bum, but also want to get a degree at the same time. And CMC Steamboat offers degrees that relate directly to the ski bum lifestyle, like how to make skis. Where can we sign up?

What to Study: Sustainability, Outdoor Education, Ski and Snowboard Business
For students who want to make skis and snowboards, look no further. The Steamboat Springs Ski and Snowboard program is endorsed by Snowsports Industries America, and they help students learn how to market, sell and produce their line of skis or snowboards. Steamboat’s outdoor education program is also highly successful. Two recent grads are on a 5,200 mile canoe expedition from the Gulf of Mexico to the Arctic Ocean. Pretty cool, right? For those studying sustainability, Steamboat offers many internships at their non-profit organizations that are centered around environmental and sustainability issues.

Terry Widmer and ski and snowboard business school students learning hands-on. Photo courtesy of CMC

Where to play during winter:
Steamboat Ski Resort is literally a stone’s throw away from campus and the resort boasts an annual snowfall of 349″. Also, Steamboat Lake State Park offers touring terrain with maintained trails pretty much all the way to the Wyoming border, so it’s unlikely you’ll have to see the same thing twice.

Where to play during summer:
For mountain biking, hiking and trail running, Howelson Hill is home to 24 miles of non motorized trails. For water activities, the Yampa river flows right through town where students like to raft, tube and SUP.

Culture:
Students like to attend the weekly rodeo in Steamboat, as well as ski joring in the winter as part of one of the oldest winter carnivals in the U.S.

Ski and snowboard business student.
Photo courtesy of CMC

CMC Rifle campus:
Located about 25 miles west of Glenwood, Rifle is home to Rifle Gap State Park and Rifle Falls. CMC’s Rifle campus offers students ample opportunities to explore what Western Colorado has to offer.

What to study: Applied Engineering and Renewable Energy
Rifle’s location just outside of the mountains allows for students to take advantage of the natural gas industry. Recently, Rifle has balanced the extractive energy production with the production of solar energy and now, Rifle is one of the U.S. top producers of solar energy per capita and CMC’s solar production classes have lent a hand to the massive growth.

Where to play—summer:
One word: climb. Rifle is home to the world-famous steep limestone climbing in Rifle Mountain Park. Rifle gap offers motorized boating and swimming fun, and Rifle Falls are quite the site to see.

Culture:
CMC partnered with the CMC Foundation to create a regular series of concerts that bring in musicians such as Hazel Miller.

CMC Edwards campus:
Located in the heart of the Vail Valley, the Edwards campus provides students many opportunities for different outdoor adventures.

What to study: Fire Science and Paramedics, Culinary Arts
The Edwards location hosts an advanced program for students looking to be fire fighters, ski patrol, or EMS personnel. With Beaver Creek and Vail  just 10 minutes to the east, CMC Edwards provides their students with an abundance of opportunities to learn the ins and outs of fine dining and fine cuisine.

Where to play—winter:
Vail and Beaver Creek. Duh. But really, the Edwards campus is smack dab in the middle of these two world class resorts, and students are likely there before class, between class, after class and on the weekends. Looking for backcountry? The Vail Valley provides access to many 10th Mountain Division huts to use as a base for backcountry trips.

Where to play—summer:
The Gore Creek river and the Eagle river provide many options for summer water sports. Mountain biking can be found on Vail and Beaver Creek, on Arrowhead and 20 miles west in Eagle. Vail hosts the Mountain Games every year in June and students can go watch world class athletes compete in kayaking, slack-lining, climbing and more.

Culture:
Vail hosts many free concerts throughout the winter and summer that have brought famous artists such as Michael Franti, Train and OAR to the valley. The Vail International Dance Festival and Tuesday night free concert series at Ford Amphitheater are also things on students’ to-do lists.

It’s obvious why CMC was one of the finalists in our Top Adventure School contest, and we’re excited to pass along what makes this school so adventurous.

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In our July/August 2015 issue, we had readers vote for what they thought was the most adventurous college, and now we’re back with more valuable information on why these schools made the final rounds. Each finalist shared with us where their students like to play, what their students like to study and what the culture is like at the school. 

Regis University:
Denver, Colo. is a hub for outdoor recreation, so it’s no question as to why Regis University made it to the top four round of our Adventure College contest. Regis University is located in the heart of Denver, where bike trails, running trails and the mountains are all within reach. Denver boasts an average of 300 days of sunshine, and more than 850 miles of paved multi-use paths that lead and connect to even more outdoor fun. Denver is frequently named one of the best outdoor cities to live in, and with bike lanes, skateparks, golf courses, and the Platte River running right through the center, Denver is a mecca for the outdoor enthusiasts.

What to study: Environmental science, environmental studies, health and exercise science and environmental biology.
These majors get students outside and in the field, and what better place to get hands-on experience than the Rocky Mountains?

Where to play:
Denver itself has a plethora of options to satisfy outdoor cravings such as 400 miles of signed bike routes or fishing the Platte River, however, Regis University offers students even more opportunities to go explore, such as the Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP). The OAP Program provides students with outdoor trips, necessary equipment (free!), knowledge and skills for students going on their own outdoor excursions. OAP’s 2015 trips include rock climbing, a caving expedition, SUP and summiting a 14er.

Regis also offers incoming students a chance to acquaint themselves with other students through 1st Tracks, a program offered by the OAP. 1st Tracks takes students on trips throughout Colorado during July and August so students can get a feel for the amazing state Colorado is, and start their first year with some new adventurous friends.

Courtesy of Regis University

In the winter, students looking to get some fresh pow or learn how to ski can take the RTD Ski-n-Ride bus to Eldora, or the Front Range Ski Bus can get you to Loveland and Copper Mountain. For students who don’t have their carpool system locked down yet, Colorado Mountain Express (CME) can take kids from the Convention Center in downtown Denver, to Vail, Beaver Creek, Keystone and Breckenridge.

Culture:
When students aren’t doing awesome things outdoors, they can be found at Highlands Square, Tennyson Street and Olde Town Arvada having fun and enjoying some good food after a long day.

Regis University certainly lives up to its adventurous and expectations, and we’re excited to share their outdoor focused mentality.

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