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SEPTEMBER 2013 WESTERN ROCKIES REGION VENTURE BEYOND YOUR DOOR THE PERFECT WEEKEND DATE PAGE 46 GLACIER NATIONAL PARK PAGE 22 BEERS MADE BY WALKING PAGE 38
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SEPTEMBER 2013WESTERN ROCKIES REGION

VENTURE BEYOND YOUR DOOR

THE PERFECTWEEKEND DATE

PAGE 46

GLACIERNATIONAL PARK

PAGE 22

BEERS MADEBY WALKING

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Venture beyond your door. our mantra, our mission.

The name Vim itself is full of energy. Each issue leads

you through one region of the grand old U S of A. Learn

about what’s out there: food, fashion, culture, and most

importantly nature and your place in it.

SEPTEMBER 2013 NORTHERN ROCKIES REGION

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GO.

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THIS SEASONS HOTTEST TREND

GUIDE TO THEROCKIES

S E P T E M B E R

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THE HOME-STEAD ACT46

SONIC BLOOMMUSIC FESTIVAL41

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PLACES TO BETHINGS TO DO

MONTANA CANDY EMPORIUM

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SEPTEMBER 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SEPTEMBER 2013

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V E N T U R E B E Y O N D Y O U R D O O R

THE PERFECT WEEKEND DATE56

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BEERS MADE BY WALKING38

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GLACIER NATIONAL PARK22

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GUARANTEED. SINCE 1920

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W I S E W O R D S O F T H E M O N T H

FROM THE CREATORS OF VIM

YOU ARE THE BOOKS YOU READ , THE F I LMS YOU WATCH , THE MUS IC YOU

L I STEN TO , THE PEOPLE YOU MEET, THE DREAMS YOU HAVE , THE CONVERSAT IONS

YOU ENGAGE IN . YOU ARE WHAT YOU TAKE FROM THESE . YOU ARE THE BREATH OF FRESH A IR , THE BR IGHTEST L IGHT AND

THE DARKEST CORNER . YOU ARE EVERY S INGLE DAY. SO DROWN YOURSELF IN A

SEA OF KNOWLEDGE AND EX ISTENCE . LET THE WORDS RUN THROUGH YOUR BRA IN AND LET THE COLORS F I LL YOUR VE INS . .

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I like to go hiking and explore forested countrysides. My dream destination is Japan, preferably Tokyo or Osaka.

C ONTR I B U TO R SThe team talks about their favorite outdoor activities and dream vacations.

ALEX MILBOURN CHRISTINA FOUNTAIN

I love going on adventures anywhere outside. Camping, swimming, hiking, exploring, you name it I’m down.

I enjoy lounging on boats during the summer. My dream vacation would be traveling to Santorini, Greece.

ALLIE FIELDSLUKE ENGLERT

CARA BERBERET

Art Director

I enjoy canoeing in the fall and eating outdoors (everything tastes better). My dream vacation: Exploring New Zealand's coast.

I love traveling and skiing. My dream destination would be anywhere sunny in Italy. I also would love to go back to the Grand Canyon.

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We invented the blue jean.

And we’re reinventing what it

means to wear them.

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BE AN OUTSIDERA life changing adventure is only

a Backwoods Adventure away

Adventures

Founded in 1973, Back-

woods is a family owned and

operated outdoor gear and

apparel store. Backwoods

has sold quality products

with exceptional customer

service for nearly 40 years.

Backwoods has sold quality

products with exceptional

customer service for nearly

40 years. Backwoods offers

clothing, equipment and ex-

pertise to help customers ful-

fill their travel plans.

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GUIDE TO THE ROCKIES NATIONAL PARKS

G U I D E T O T H E R O C K I E S

LODGING ON SITE

BEWARE OF BEARS

MOUNTAIN CLIMBING

RIVER RAFTING

CYCLING TRAILS

SECLUDED & QUIET

BIG & POPULAR

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1 COLORADO Rocky Mountain

This section of the Rocky Mountains

has ecosystems varying in elevation

from the over 150 lakes to subalpine

forests and the alpine tundra. Large

wildlife including deer, bighorn

sheep, black bears, and cougars in-

habit the mountains and glacier val-

leys. The fourteener Longs Peak and

Bear Lake are popular destinations.

H E A R T O F

T H E P A R K S

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AVERAGE TEMPERATURE:

JUL 6 2 °

2 UTAH Arches

This site features more than 2,000

natural sandstone arches, including

the Delicate Arch. In a desert climate

millions of years of erosion have led

to these structures, and the arid

ground has life-sustaining soil crust

and natural water-collecting basins.

Other geologic formations are stone

columns, spires, and towers.

ESTABLISHED 1 9 2 9

ACRES 7 6 , 6 7 9

AVERAGE TEMPERATURE:

DEC 2 5 ° JUL 9 5 °

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GUIDE TO THE ROCKIES

4 WYOMING

Grand Teton

This ever poplar National Park pro-

tects spectacular mountain scenery

and a diverse collection of wildlife.

The central feature of the park is

the beautiful Teton Range, a 40-mile

long mountain front rising from the

valley floor some 6,000 feet. The

jagged range includes its signature

peak Grand Teton at 13,770 feet.

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Glacier

Glacier National Park boasts some

of the most spectacular scenery on

the planet. The park preserves more

than a million acres of forests, al-

pine meadows, lakes, rugged peaks

and glacial-carved valleys in the

Northern Rocky Mountains. Glacier

Park’s diverse habitats are home to

over 70 species of mammals.

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Yellowstone

Situated on the Caldera, the first na-

tional park in the world has vast geo-

thermal areas such as hot springs

and geysers, the best-known being

Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic.

The yellow-hued Grand Canyon of

the Yellowstone River has numerous

waterfalls, and four mountain rang-

es run through the park.

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For every pair purchased, Tom’s gives a pair of shoes to a child in need.

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SHOES FOR TOMORROW

one for one

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THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST TREND FASHION & GEAR

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T H I S S E A S O N ’ S H O T T E S T T R E N D

C O M B A T B O O T S

Off the beaten pathways in the remote town of Riverton, Wyoming is the home of Boot Up Boots, a factory that creates handmade leather boots.

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1. THOMPSON RAIN BOOT

3. LEATHER LONGWING BOOT

2. PLAIN-TOE BOOT

4. SHELL CORDOVAN CHUKKA BOOT

5. NORWEGIAN SPLIT-TOE BOOT

6. 405 INDY BOOT

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THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST TREND

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We can already say that this

seasons runways are go-

ing to be filled with leather lace

up combat boots for both men and

women no matter where you are in

the country. Come fall and winter,

they will become a staple in every-

one’s closet that can be paired with

just about anything. Undoubtedly,

leather will not go out of style any

time soon, so these boots will be-

come timeless pieces that are worth

investing in. Real or faux, leather

has always been favored, especially

during colder seasons. We are at the

on site location with an inside look

at the hottest trend of the season.

This months story is set in the rural

parts of Western Wyoming in the

quiet town of Riverton. In this town

lives John Winters with his wife

Molly and their three kids. John is

the third generation to keep Booted

Up Boots alive and thriving. Booted

up Boots are handmade leather

boots that are sold all over the coun-

try. His boots are mainly known for

their comfort and durability with

leather insoles and rubber outer

soles. John has a total of 25 unique

styles that his factory creates for

both men and women. The business

has blown up over the last decade,

putting their boots in some of the

most popular shoe stores from New

York City to Dallas, Texas. Molly has

taken over the PR side of the com-

pany and handles all of buying and

selling of the boots.

Booted Up Boots is set in rural Wyoming in the charming downtown of Riverton. For locals

it is a place of history, for others, it has become a day trip for people in the Northern Rocky

region to go and pick out their perfect handmade leather boot.

The

MCALLISTER LEATHER BOOT

With a soft light brown

leather exterior and a

Southwestern woven

patterned fabric on the

interior, this women’s

boot is our top seller.

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THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST TREND FASHION & GEAR

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5 Things to Know About Buying Denim:

1. “When in doubt, less is more. Start with a clean,

dark one-rinse or be brave and go raw.” —Scott

Morrison, 3x1 Founder and Designer

2. “Fashion is not that complicated—it’s more

about proportion than knowing about the newest,

coolest shit. A shorter dude, for example, should al-

ways wear a tapered leg.”—Brandon Svarc, Naked

and Famous Founder and Designer

3. “The number one mistake? Buying a jean that

fits perfectly. It’ll stretch about a full size during

your first 30 wears, so always size down.”—Matt

Baldwin, Baldwin Founder and Designer

4. “Look under the hood and inspect the make:

The cleaner the seam work, the smoother it’ll

feel against your skin.”—Miles Johnson, Levi’s

Vintage Clothing

5. “Cuff your jean—especially when the fabric

is selvedge. One turn or two turns. I cuff mine at

about 1 1/2 inches to hit just above the ankle.”

—Frank Muytjens, J.Crew Head of Men’s Design

A panel of denim designers weigh in on how to pick a pair like a pro

“Even though we live in a small town in the middle of no where, our design team is top notch and they really love what they do.”

Here at Booted Up Boots we like to go the extra mile to

make sure our designs have the quality, durability, and

comfort to meet our particularly high standards.

“We pair knockout design with

hands-on craftsmanship to make

each pair a true work of art.”

Recently, our design team visited a renowned mill set

in the ancient village of Castelfranch di Sotto, Italy, to

watch their creations come to life. We do this trip every

other year to get new style ideas so we can stay up to

date with the latest fashion trends. Even though we live

in a small town in the middle of no where, our design

team is top notch and they really love what they do.”

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C E I L I N G L I G H T I N G

www.etsy.com

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MONTANA CANDY EMPORIUM

TURKISH TAFFYComing in a multitude of flavors, Turkish Taffy comprises

one of many brands and flavors of taffy found at the

emporium. Sold by the piece, even one is great treat!

HIDDEN GEMS

C A N D Y E M P O R I U ME M P O R I U M

BLACK LICORICE

When walking into Montana Candy Emporium, you get

a chilling feel of taking a step back in time. While it has

only been open since 1991 its vintage charm is authentic.

The right side of the wall features an array of candies

straight from the past. This includes novelty chocolates,

chocolate bars, huckleberry sweets among others. On

the left you’ll find their own line of line of chocolates,

fudges and truffles. The back half of the store are rows of

barrels filled with candy.

Candy is sold by the pound, and bags are available to

fill and weigh. The huckleberry candy is one of the best

sellers. Montana Candy Emporium has been a fixture

in downtown Red Lodge for over two generations. The

classic country store setting, and candies and sweets

from nearly everyone’s childhood, make it a must stop.

There is also a unique display of vintage motorcycles

and a 1946 American LaFrance fire truck inside this

charming store.

Open every day except Christmas Day, this hidden gem

is one stop you won’t want to miss and is often fre-

quented in the winter by skiers after a day on the moun-

tain. Everyone will be able to find some sort of candy or

treat to enjoy, something promised by the owners. Free

samples are even set out in various locations within

the store, making it even more difficult to pass up this

unique establishment.

A customer favorite, the black licorice found at the

Montana Candy Emporium is often twisted into elaborate

forms for purchase. Black licorice is the only color sold.

BY MELINDA WRIGHT

favorite candies

M O N T A N A

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WALNETTOSThe “candy you ate as a kid,” Walnettos are a Candy

Emporium staple. These chewy, caramel walnut candies

can be found in huge tubs throughout the store.

JELLY BELLY JELLYBEANSThe Montana Candy Emporium has been a long-term

vendor of Jelly Belly Jellybeans. Customers can grab a

plastic bag and fill it with a multitude of flavors!

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THE BONUS IS THAT ORGANIC FOODS AREN’T JUST GOOD FOR

YOUR BODY, THEY’RE ALSO GOOD FOR THE PLANET. WITH A

MIX OF WHOLE GRAINS, PROTEIN AND FIBER, CLIF BAR GIVES

YOU THE SUSTAINED ENERGY TO BE IN IT TO YOUR LIMIT.

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T R A V E LA D V E N T U R ES T Y L ET R A V E LA D V E N T U R ES T Y L ET R A V E LA D V E N T U R ES T Y L E

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GLACIERNATIONAL

PARKA PRECIOUS RESERVE

SARAH BROOKS

Long before Glacier National Park became a national park, Blackfeet,

Salsih and Kootenai Native Americans revered the land. Each tribe

has a creation myth centered upon the rocky slopes and glossy water

pools of the park. President Taft set aside the land for a national park in 1910.

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Construction started on chalets for Great Northern Railway, which serve as

lodging for summer visitors in the 21st century. The creation of Going-To-

The-Sun Road, which stretches for 52 miles, lasted from 1919 to 1932. Today,

the park contains 350 structures listed on the National Register of Historic

Places, and the park is a stop for some of the American Orient Express, a

train that travels to places in the western United States. The American Orient

Express pairs comfort with wilderness, history with modern convenience,

and cultural enrichment with interpretation. The vintage steamliner is one

experience visitors traveling to the park may want to consider, especially if

you would like to make other stops along the way.

Glacier National Park couldn’t produce that “wow” factor without the natu-

ral beauty and preservation of the land. Park officials report that by 2020, at

the current rate of global warming, the park’s 25 glaciers will cease to exist,

melting into memory. The park houses 1,132 vascular plants and 855 species

of lichens. Of these, 127 species are not native plants and 109 species are

listed by Montana as “sensitive.” Mountain lakes —the park has more than

700—provide water sources for 68 species of mammals, including grizzly

and black bears as well as coyotes. Other park residents include four species

of reptiles, six species off amphibians, countless insect species and 260 bird

species. Forests account for about 55 percent of park’s landscape.

“PARK OFFICIALS REPORT THAT BY 2020, AT THE CURRENT RATE OF GLOBAL WARMING, THE PARK’S 25 GLACIERS WILL CEASE TO EXIST.”

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963,155 acres

of de facto

wilderness

563 streams

LAND

WATER

131 named lakes 25,662 acres

of named

lakes631 unnamed lakes 2,856 miles of streams

1,583 square miles1,012,837 acreage

175 mountains 205 miles of exterior boundary

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Largest Glacier:

Blackfood Glacier

0.7 square miles

Largest Lake:

Lake McDonald

6,832 acres

25 retreating glaciers

Longest Stream: 25.8 miles, Upper McDonald Creek

65 backcountry campgrounds

Elevation at Logan Pass:

6,646 feet

PA

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TIST

ICS

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WHAT IS A GLACIER?

A glacier is a body of snow and ice that moves. Glacier movement

is detected by the presence of crevasses, cracks that form in

the ice as the glacier moves. Glaciers are dynamic – changing

in response to temperature and precipitation. A glacier forms

when winter snowfall exceeds summer melting. It retreats

when melting outpaces accumulation of new snow. A commonly

accepted guideline for glacier activity and movement is that a

glacier must be 0 .1 km2 (100,000 m2), or about 25 acres in size.

Below this size, the ice is generally stagnant and does not move,

unless it is on a steep slope.

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Lodging in the park includes the Granite Park Cha-

let and Sperry Chalet. They are the only back country

chalets built in the early 1900’s by the Great Northern

Railway that remain intact. Glacier National Park con-

tains 1,000 campsites in 13 campgrounds for visitor use.

Glacier Park Inc. manages five hotels in or around Gla-

cier National Park, including Village Inn Motel, Lake

McDonald Lodge, Rising Sun Motor Inn, Swiftcurrent

Motor Inn and the Many Glacier Hotel, giving visitors

plenty of choices for lodging. The hotels are within his-

toric buildings significant to the park or surrounding

area. Hotels are open seasonally from April to October.

Glacier National park united with Waterton Lake

National Park on the Canadian side of the border to

form the first international peace park called the Water-

ton-Glacier International Peace park. The unification

occurred in 1932. Waterton National Park features simi-

lar recreation including boat cruises, camping, biking,

golf, horseback riding, climbing, boating, water skiing,

picnicking, scuba diving, swimming, tennis, wildlife

viewing, hiking, and scenic drives.

“GIVE A MONTH AT LEAST TO THIS PRECIOUS RESERVE,”

said John Muir when he was trying to tell America how

essential Glacier was. A month? Who has a month any-

more? Our holidays are speed dates, quick hook-ups

with the 1,000 places you need to see before you die. But

I learned within an hour that Glacier National Park isn’t

a place to rush through. When this 100-year-old talks—

with its century’s worth of experiences —you slow down.

Even if you fight it...at first. Like I did. But around every

gauzy, unreal mountain lies an opportunity that might

just change your life.

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MUSICDANCE

ART

MUSICDANCE

ART

MUSICDANCE

ARTA

four-day camping festival that will bring electronic music, dance, art

and human performance together in an atmosphere that inspires open

channels of creativity for everyone involved, especially the audience.

We have the ability to create a resonant field in which to unify all forms of

human creative expression.

S O N I C B L O O MM U S I C & A RT F E S T I VA L

B y S o f i a L a n g e

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Music doesn ’t l ie . I f there is someth ing to be changed in th is world , then it can only happen through mus ic . ” -J im i Hendr ix

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Music can

change the world

because it can

change people.

Bono

The intimate festival is nestled in a

cottonwood grove snaked by Clear

Creek, advertised by promoters as

“the unified field.” Over four days of

workshops, art, and performances

by some of the biggest names in

electronic production, the festi-

val will bring together an eclectic

crowd estimated over 3,000 strong.

This year’s selection is undoubt-

edly skewed to the bass-heavy lean-

ings of dubstep, but is not without

variety. The festival features three

venues, including a visually stun-

ning dome stage that will blast the

insomniacs in attendance with bass

until sunrise each morning.

While the main stage is compara-

tively dormant during afternoon

performances that began at 3 p.m.

each day, it will be transformed

into a frenetic dance party come

nightfall. Highlights will include

Thursday’s headliner Bonobo and

impassioned sets Friday by West

Coast artists Ana Sia and Eskmo.

Emancipator will probably play a

down-tempo set complimented by

a live violin to jumpstart Saturday

night and will be followed by a col-

orful set by the well-known British

soundsmith Tipper.

Perhaps the most glaring observa-

tion of the Sonic Bloom festival is

the odd paradox that exists within

the subculture. It is a very large

community that embraces the most

intense and arguably arrogant style

of music on the market, yet also a

community as peaceful and harmo-

nious as any group of people you

will find. When brought up to many

in attendance who identified with

Eastern religion, the conversation

would quickly come to dualism. A

very collective Jekyll by day; Hyde

by night.

There are few events that encapsulate

Colorado’s blossoming electronic music

scene like the Sonic Bloom Festival, that

will be held September 13-16, 2013 at

Shadows Ranch in Georgetown.

Sonic Bloom goers enjoy

music from sun up to sun

down each day.

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DATE August 13-16th

TICKETSFull Weekend Ticket (Thu-Mon) $175

Three Day Ticket (Fri-Mon) $150

LOCATIONShadows Ranch1259 Alvarado RoadGeorgetown, CO 80444

EVENT DETAILS

In past years, the grounds were

alive with organized yoga classes,

newfound creek-side friendships

and workshops that ranged from

the practical (“Edible and Medici-

nal Plant Walk”), to the intellectual

(“Science of Vortex-Mathematics”),

to the bizarre (“Humanity’s Transi-

tion to an Interplanetary Species”).

Past festivals have also been an epi-

center of visual art. Over a dozen

live painters provided their per-

spectives during the music and dis-

persed throughout vendors were art

exhibits and sculptures by some of

the most impressive visionary art-

ists in the country (Android Jones,

most notably).

While the electronic music scene

has rightfully taken on connotations

both positive and negative during

its abrupt rise, the Sonic Bloom fes-

tival proves that it can be a move-

ment rooted in love and unity

through self expression.

ONE GOOD THING ABOUT

MUSIC, WHEN IT HITS

YOU, YOU FEEL NO PAIN.

BOB MARLEY

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Ot h e r ACT I V I T I ESDiverse Workshop Series

Whitewater Rafting Trips

Yoga Classes

Visionary Art Gallery

Bumping Bass ‘Till Dawn

Fire & Aerial Performances

Live Painters

Multimedia Projects

Hiking & Singe Track

Landscape Art

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W THINGS TO BRING

Camping Gear Water Trash Bags Toiletries First Aid Sunscreen

Make sure to bring a tent,

sleeping bags/blankets, a tarp to create shade,

and a pillow.

Hydration is very important. Bring

both drinking water as well as water to bathe

yourself with.

Cleaning up af-ter yourself very is important, so

make sure to bring trash bags.

Bring eco- friendly soap,

toothbrush and toothpaste, as

well as other daily necessities.

First aid kits are always a

good idea, as well as duct

tape and other useful tools.

Sunscreen and sunglasses will definitely be a lifesaver when

you’re out in the sun all day.

THE LINE UP Opiuo

Vibesquad

Random Rab

Zilla

The Polish

Ambassador

Minnesota

Bluetech

Gaudi

Orchard Lounge

Phutureprimitive

Andreilien

Ill Gates

Wick-it the Instigator

Nastynasty

Ill-esha

Love & Light

Govinda

David Starfire

Desert Dwellers

Thriftworks

Lynx

Mat the Alien

Russ Liquid

Heavyweight Dub Champion

Adham Shaik

Cry Wolf

The Fungineers

The Human Experience

Knowa Knowone

Akara

Prophet Massive

Liberation Movement

Nico Luminous

Goosebumpz

WhitebearW

Sasha Rose

Temple Step Project

& many more

Opiuo is an ever evolving feast for the

ears. From a one man show equipped

with drum machines and synths, all the

way to The Opiuo Band, a collection

of the world’s best musician's.

Random Rab

offers a power-

ful and unique

contribution to

sonic exploration.

Often referred to

as “The Master of

Emotion” his music

is patently beautiful

and melodic.

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W THINGS NOT TO BRING

Bad AttitudeFireworks Weapons Glass Charcoal GrillsPets

Sorry there are no pets allowed on the grounds

of the festival.

Don’t bring these in or you may be asked

to leave.

This one is common sense.

Don’t bring these in.

No glass bottles or containers

of any kind or anything made

of glass.

No charcoal grills allowed, but gas grills

are permitted.

Everyone is here to have

fun! Make the most of your

experience here!

VIBESQUAD

(aka Aaron Holstein) has been

dropping ill beats and stomach-

tearing basslines on the decks as a

DJ. In the mid to late-‘90’s, Holstein

toured with the Chicago band Boo-

gie Shoes, and he studied jazz guitar

for a few years in the late-‘80’s with

the saxophonist/composer Yusef

Lateef. To say that VibeSquaD’s

musical heritage is rich is an

understatement. Much like fellow

dubstep hero, Skrillex, VibeSquaD

brings a thorough understanding of

musicianship and live performance

to the EDM club and festival circuit.

VibeSquad said,

I LISTEN TO MOSTLY ELECTRONIC MUSIC THESE DAYS;

I HAVEN’T PICKED UP MY GUITAR IN QUITE A WHILE! I

LOVE MAKING MUSIC WITH A COMPUTER.”

Since 2006 and long before America’s insatiable appetite for all things dubstep was born, the mu-sician, producer and DJ known as VibeSquaD

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BEERSMADE BY WALKING

A recent trend in craft beer with unusual ingredients is brewing in the

Colorado foothills. At the National Homebrewers Conference earlier

this summer, I attended a lecture devoted to the topic. We learned

that inspiration for ingredients can be found anywhere.

I R A B A R S K Y I N T E R V I E W S H I K E R

& C R A F T B R E W E R E R I C S T E E N

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Why did you start Beers Made By Walking? How

did you get the idea?

Eric Steen: The initial inspiration for BMBW came dur-

ing a week-long canoe trip down the Yukon River in

Canada. There, I was introduced to the Norwegian term

‘friluftsliv,’ which is translated as ‘Free Air Living.’ The

term describes a way of living in which people make a

habit of being outdoors on a regular basis. There are

Friluftsliv conferences that host ‘walking lectures’

where attendees hike for a few days on end, stopping

every now and again for a lecture and food.

The program’s concept developed further during a trip

to Scotland, when I built a pop-up pub that served home-

brewed beer to the public. While there, I visited Wil-

liams Bros. Brewing and was inspired by their line-up

of historic Scottish beers that used ingredients from the

landscape -like heather flower, gale, Scottish pine, and

seaweed. Another inspiration came from British artists,

like Richard Long and Hamish Fulton, who use walk-

ing as a means of understanding our relationship to the

world. Beers Made By Walking, in some respects, is a

mashing together of those pieces.

Can inspiration be found during a hike through the woods? Eric Steen thinks so.ERIC STEEN USES NATURE HIKES through

the Colorado’s scenic trails to inspire brewers

to learn about and incorporate nature into

beer. Eric a former resident of Sandy, Utah,

now residing in Colorado Springs, writes the

Focus on the Beer blog. I was intrigued by

Eric’s “Beers Made By Walking” program and

contacted him to learn more.

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I was introduced to the

Norwegian term ‘friluftsliv,’

which is translated as

‘Free Air Living’

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Eric Steen holds up a

glass of beer produced

from a BMBW hike.

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Home Brewing Bas i csA CRASH COURSE FOR BUDDING BACKYARD BREWERS

1 Bring about half of your total water

amount to a simmer and chill the other

half for later.

2 Once the water is simmering steep

your grain filled mesh sack in the water

for about half an hour.

3 Remove the grain sack, and add your

malt extract. Now you can bring the

wort, as it is called, to a full boil for

about one hour.

4 Add hops, either in fresh, pelleted, or

extract form, to the wort.

5 Pour your hot wort into a sanitized fer-

mentation container, and add your previ-

ously chilled water to the brew.

6 Cool your fermenter down to about 70F.

7 As the last step, add your yeast to the wort and stir it.

Keep it sealed airtight afterwards.

8 Finally, after being sealed for 7-14 days, unseal that

puppy and break out glasses—you’ve just brewed beer!

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STEP 3: “MAKE BEER”

As a homebrewer, I’m interested in the technical

aspects of this step. Do ingredients tend to be

added in the boil as substitutes for hops?

ES: Actually, the ingredients have been used in every

step of the way. Brewers have used Juniper, sunflower,

and grains in the mash. Chokecherry and other berries

are often added during or after fermentation and then

the more aromatic plants are often used at the end of

the boil. I’ve had some people really go all out adding

wild yarrow or wild sage to the beginning of the boil. It’s

always fun to see what the brewers try.

STEP 1: “GO HIKING”

What happens on the hikes?

ES: Each hike has been completely different. For the

hikes in Colorado Springs, I always try to have a big

public crowd that comes along. The hikes generally last

from 2-5 hours and a botanist or naturalist tells us about

the plants we are seeing along the way.

A couple of the Utah brewers also had

public hikes but some were private. So,

it’s always a bit different and I only get

to go on a few of them each year.

STEP 2: “LEARN”

Is the focus on edible plants?

What is the most interesting thing

you’ve learned from your hikes?

ES: When I first started doing the Beers Made by Walk-

ing hikes, I had very little knowledge about the plants

that surround us. The most surprising thing is that now

I have what I believe is a reasonable base of knowledge

and was able to help lead a hike this summer. I want to

learn more and more though I’m not anywhere where

I’d like to be. One plant that stands out to me that I see a

lot on these Colorado hikes is three-leaf sumac which is

related to both poison sumac and mango. It produces a

lovely hairy red fruit that taste like lemon. A few brew-

ers have used it in the past and I think it’s wonderful

Craft beer drinkers are

educated and thirsty. There

are new breweries popping

up every time I turn around”

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STEP 4: “DRINK BEER”

How many events have you held? What were

some of the more interesting and surprising fla-

vor combinations?

ES: The Wyoming BMBW will be the 5th one, although I

put on lots of other types of beer events too. I’ve done a

couple in Colorado Springs, just finished up one in Den-

ver during GABF and I also did a small one in Idaho over

the summer. It’s hard to pick an overall favorite beer

out of these but some that stand out include a 4% sour

mash chokecherry kreik with 100% lacto, a rose hip and

sumac saison, a juniper and pineapple weed Belgian

dark ale, and a prickly pear cactus golden ale. Other

ingredients that I’d really like to see more exploration

are stinging nettles (which have been used but I think

they should be used more), sorrel, dandelion, oyster

plant, and other plants that we consider “weeds.”

How have brewers and beer drinkers responded

to BMBW?

ES: Most brewers seem pretty enthusiastic about the

idea. Lots of breweries are currently undergoing expan-

sion and will give this a try when they finish up.

What’s next for BMBW? Do you have any specific

goals or plans?

ES: I’ve been thinking a lot about this and have begun

meeting with a few people for advice. I have lots of ideas

but not sure which to act on. I like putting on these spe-

cial tappings and mini-festivals, I don’t think I’d want

to do a full-blown festival because I like that people

would get to spend a more concentrated amount of time

contemplating the beers and ingredients. I do plan to

increase the amount of brewers that participate in Ore-

gon, and I have hopes of expanding the program into

more states every year.

I visited Colorado Springs last year, and enjoyed

the local beer at Trinity Brewing. How does beer

culture in Colorado compare to Utah?

ES: In Sandy I didn’t have to drive anywhere for beer, I

could go where I wanted and walk home. That’s impos-

sible here, things are spread out and people love to

The brewing pro-

cess from hops to

pour is all done by

BMBW.

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a brewing fi eldgu ide :

drive. That’s one thing I certainly

miss. Other than that, Colorado has

plenty of great breweries that make

amazing beer. There seems to be a

similar amount of craft beer drink-

ers that are educated and thirsty.

There are new breweries popping

up every time I turn around, it’s

impossible to keep track of now and

I hope that soon I’ll be able to easily

walk to any number of great brew-

eries. One thing Colorado has down

that I’m not sure Utah does is this

heavy emphasis on canned beers,

which really are a nice addition to

any camping, hiking, or ski trip.

They’re light weight, taste good,

and they condense down when

you’re done with them.

Juniper, dandelion, cherries,

wild sage, strawberries,

blueberries, lavender, prickly

pear, chokeberry, rose hips.

Do you want to taste some Beers Made by Walking? If so,

you’re in luck! Eric will be holding a BMBW event on Saturday,

September 20th at Belmont Station in Boulder. You’ll have the

chance to taste five beers inspired by nature hikes in Colorado.

Lastly, you find yourself sitting next to some guy

who’s enjoying a macro lager. You can choose

any two beers in the world to give him. What

would they be?

ES: Mirror Pond Pale Ale would be the first because

that’s the beer that changed me and I still think it’s fan-

tastic. The next would be a Colorado Native from AC

Golden. This is a Coors product but AC Golden is a killer

brewery located upstairs from the big boys. The Colo-

rado Native is 100% Colorado ingredients and is a crisp

and refreshing lager with tons of flavor.

A big thanks to Eric of Beers Made by Walking

for taking the time to chat! He has a unique

idea and we can’t wait to see how it grows.

100% of the proceeds from their events are

donated to Northwest Trail Alliance. To learn

more, check out the BMBW website, Facebook

page, or follow along on Twitter.

WHEN HIKING BE ON THE LOOKOUT

FOR THESE BREWSKI ADDITIVES

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THE PERFECTW E E K E N DD A T E

S ’M O R ES I N C LU D E D

Like any endeavor, camping is more enjoyable with a little preparation, so

assembling and packing the equipment you need is your first order of

business. If you’re tent camping, it pays to heed certain rules — you don’t

want to share your snacks with the wildlife, do you? And what’s camping without

a campfire? Knowing how to get a campfire started is a welcome skill to have.

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THE WHERE TO ’S HOW TO DO ’S & WHAT TO D0 ’S

STEP 1: Choose your camping destination. Keep it secluded and romantic, but not too far out in the

middle of nowhere. Make sure you have a good view!

MORAINE PARK CAMP-GROUND, ROCKY MOUN-TAIN NATIONAL PARK

Elk, mule deer, and coyotes often

wander through the meadow

near this campground, which has

a backcountry. The 2.3-mile Cub

Lake Trail leads to a lily pad–

covered pond.

HALL VALLEY & HAND-CART CAMPGROUNDS, PIKE NATIONAL FOREST

These high-country campsites are

tucked into a densely forested val-

ley punctuated with wild-flowers.

The North Fork of the South

Platte River is within earshot.

TURQUOISE LAKE RECRE-ATION AREA, SAN ISABELNATIONAL FOREST

Thick evergreen forest, moun-

tains, and an 1,800-acre lake

surround the eight campgrounds

here, all at a cool 10,000-foot

elevation.

APGAR CAMPGROUND, GLACIER NATIONAL PARK

Campsites sit in a pine forest

beside glacier-fed Lake McDon-

ald, with Continental Divide

peaks at the head of the lake.

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STEP 2: Whatever you do, DO NOT leave the house without these essential camping items. Not only

will you need these things to make you weekend camping more enjoyable, but your signifi-

cant other will appreciate it as well.

COOLER

FLASHLIGHT

SHOVEL/AXE

POCKET KNIFE

WATER BOT-TENT

HIKING BOOT

SLEEPING BAG

COMPASS

POT/PAN

CHAIRS

CUPS

LANTERN

FIRE STARTER

SKEWERS

BACKPACK

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STEP 3: SET UP CAMP | Camping is a wonderful way to spend time in the great outdoors. But if

you’re tent camping, you don’t want to welcome too much of the great outdoors into your

tent. Happy campers observe simple rules, such as those in the following list, to keep tenting

tidy and safe:

To keep the inside clean (or at least cleaner), park

your boots and shoes outside the tent. You can herd

those wet and dirty items into a big plastic bag to

protect them from weather.

Don’t bring food into the tent. Animals can smell

it a mile away, and you don’t want a bear—or any

smaller critter, for that matter—sharing your tent.

Safety first: Don’t light matches or use any flame-

powered device inside the tent. That includes

flame-powered heaters of any kind. Tent fires are

extremely serious, possibly deadly.

Resist the impulse to use the tent as a springboard.

Kids of all ages are tempted to fling themselves

against the side of the tent for the bounce-back

effect. Sometimes the tent breaks. That’s b-a-a-a-d!

Walk, don’t run, close to tents. Stakes and guide-

lines are easy to trip over, and no camper enjoys

a face-plant.

M O U N TA I N L I V I N G

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Commercial firestarters such as fire ribbon or petro-

leum-based tablets (Esbit by MPI Outdoors, for example)

work very well. • In an old egg carton, fill each egg

slot with finely shredded newspaper and a few spoonfuls

of sawdust. Pour on melted wax to bind the sawdust and

paper into a solid lump. After the wax hardens, you have

a dozen little firestarters. • Fill a film canister with

lint from your clothes dryer. Be sure that the lint is from

wool, cotton, or fleece garments — not fire-retardant fab-

rics (of course). Lint ignites readily and starts big-time

fires. • Look to nature. Even in the worst storm, you

can find dry tinder around the base of tree trunks, under

rock ledges, in tree hollows, and next to downed logs. •

Make your own kindling by whittling a small log down to

the dry center and then whittling dry shavings from this

piece. Who brought the marshmallows?

STEP 4: HOW TO START A CAMP FIRE | Even when you’re camping, you don’t have to rub two

sticks together to get your campfire going. You can choose that method of course, but

most fire-starting begins with a good supply of wooden matches. Use them to ignite any

of the following:

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ROASTINGT H E

PERFECT

S’MORE

ROASTINGT H E

PERFECT

S’MORE

STEP 5:

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SIT BACK, RELAX, & ENJOY

1. CHOCOLATE & PEANUT BUTTER S’MORES

Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter onto a thin, crisp chocolate wafer.

Slide 1 skewer-toasted marshmallow onto peanut butter. Top with a

second wafer and squish down gently. Eat, licking fingers.

2.NUTTY BANANA S'MORES

Make these s'mores with graham crackers, a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup

(or Nutella), sliced banana, and marshmallow.

3. STRAWBERRY AND CHOCOLATE S'MORES

Take the classic campfire dessert up a notch by adding strawberry

slices to Graham crackers, chocolate, and a roasted marshmallow.

ANYONE WHO HAS OUTGROWN CLASSIC

S’MORES WILL LOVE THESE UNIQUE TWISTS!

4. GINGER AND CARAMEL S'MORES

Give s'mores a little kick with gingersnaps, a caramel-filled chocolate

square, and marshmallow.

5. CARAMEL-DRIZZLED S'MORES

Fill peanut-butter cookies with a bittersweet chocolate square, caramel

sauce, and a roasted marshmallow.

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THE HISTORY OF THE HOMESTEAD

ACT AND THE FIRST HOMESTEADER,

BY DAVID SMITH

Signed into law in May 1862, the Homestead Act opened up settlement in the western US,

allowing any American, including freed slaves, to put in a claim for up to 160 free acres

of federal land. Eventually, 1.6 million individual claims would be approved; nearly ten

percent of all government held property for a total of 420,000 square miles of territory.

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* 43,560 square feet in an acre.

On January 1, 1863, Daniel Freeman, a Union Army

scout, was scheduled to leave Gage County, Nebraska

Territory, to report for duty in St. Louis. At a New Year’s

Eve party the night before, Freeman met some local

Land Office officials and convinced a clerk to open the

office shortly after midnight in order to file a land claim.

In doing so, Freeman became one of the first to take

advantage of the opportunities provided by the Home-

stead Act, a law signed by President Abraham Lincoln

on May 20, 1862. At the time of the signing, 11 states had

left the Union, and this piece of legislation would con-

tinue to have regional and political overtones.

The distribution of Government lands had been an issue

since the Revolutionary War. At the time of the Articles

of Confederation, the major controversy related to land

measurement and pricing. Early methods for allocat-

ing unsettled land outside the original 13 colonies were

arbitrary and chaotic. Boundaries were established

by stepping off plots from geographical landmarks. As

a result, overlapping claims and border disputes were

common. The Land Ordinance of 1785 finally imple-

mented a standardized system of Federal land surveys

that eased boundary conflicts. Using astronomical start-

ing points, territory was divided into a 6-mile square

called a township prior to settlement. The township was

divided into 36 sections, each measuring 1 square mile

or 640 acres each. Sale of public land was viewed as a

means to generate revenue for the Government rather

than as a way to encourage settlement.

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The homestead act set in

motion a program of public

grants to small farmers.

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THE DISTRIBUTION OF GOVERNMENT LANDS HAS

BEEN AN ISSUE SINCE THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR”

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Initially, an individual was required to purchase a full

section of land at the cost of $1 per acre for 640 acres.

The investment needed to purchase these large plots

and the massive amount of physical labor required to

clear the land for agriculture were often insurmount-

able obstacles.

By 1800, the minimum lot was halved to 320 acres, and

settlers were allowed to pay in 4 installments, but prices

remained fixed at $1.25 an acre until 1854. That year,

federal legislation was enacted establishing a graduated

scale that adjusted land prices to reflect the desirabil-

ity of the lot. Lots that had been on the market for 30

years, for example, were reduced to 12 ½ cents per acre.

Soon after, extraordinary bonuses were extended to vet-

erans and those interested in settling the Oregon Ter-

ritory, making homesteading a viable option for some.

But basically, national public-land-use policy made land

ownership financially unattainable for most would-be

homesteaders.

Before and after the Mexican-American war in the mid

1800’s, popular pressure to change policy arose from

the evolving economy, new demographics, and shift-

ing social climate of early 19th-century America. In the

1830s and 1840’s, rising prices for corn, wheat, and cot-

ton enabled large, well-financed farms, particularly the

plantations of the South, to force out smaller ventures.

Displaced farmers then looked westward to unforrested

country that offered more affordable development. Prior

to the war with Mexico (1846–48), people settling in the

Daniel Freeman,American physician& Civil War veteran.

THE FIRST HOMESTEADER

West demanded “preemption,” an individual’s right to

settle land first and pay later (essentially an early form

of credit). Eastern economic interests opposed this pol-

icy as it was feared that the cheap labor base for the fac-

tories would be drained. After the war with Mexico,

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5 years, the homesteader had to live on the land and

improve it by building a 12-by-14 dwelling and growing

crops. After 5 years, the homesteader could file for his

patent (or deed of title) by submitting proof of residency

and the required improvements to a local land office.

Local land offices forwarded the paperwork to the

General Land Office in Washington, DC, along with a

final certificate of eligibility. The case file was exam-

ined, and valid claims were granted patent to the land

free and clear, except for a small registration fee. Title

could also be acquired after a 6-month residency and

a number of developments supported the growth of

the homestead movement. Economic prosperity drew

unprecedented numbers of immigrants to America,

many of whom also looked westward for a new life. New

canals and roadways reduced western dependence on

the harbor in New Orleans, and England’s repeal of its

corn laws opened new markets to American agriculture.

Despite these developments, legislative efforts to

improve homesteading laws faced opposition on multi-

ple fronts. As mentioned above, Northern factories own-

ers feared a mass departure of their cheap labor force

and Southern states worried that rapid settlement of

western territories would give rise to new states popu-

lated by small farmers opposed to slavery. Preemption

became national policy in spite of these sectional con-

cerns, but supporting legislation was stymied. Three

times—in 1852, 1854, and 1859—the House of Repre-

sentatives passed homestead legislation, but on each

occasion, the Senate defeated the measure. In 1860, a

homestead bill providing Federal land grants to west-

ern settlers was passed by Congress only to be vetoed by

President Buchanan.

With the secession of Southern states from the Union

and therefore removal of the slavery issue, finally, in

1862, the Homestead Act was passed and signed into

law. The new law established a three-fold homestead

acquisition process: filing an application, improving

the land, and filing for deed of title. Any U.S. citizen, or

intended citizen, who had never borne arms against the

U.S. Government could file an application and lay claim

to 160 acres of surveyed Government land. For the next

Daniel Freeman’s Homestead Application

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trivial improvements, provided

the claimant paid the government

$1.25 per acre. After the Civil War,

Union soldiers could deduct the

time they served from the residency

requirements.

Some land speculators took advan-

tage of a legislative loophole caused

when those drafting the law’s lan-

guage failed to specify whether the

12-by-14 dwelling was to be built in

feet or inches. Others hired phony claimants or bought abandoned land. The General

Land Office was underfunded and unable to hire a suffi-

cient number investigators for its widely scattered local

offices. As a result, overworked and underpaid investi-

gators were often susceptible to bribery.

Physical conditions on the frontier presented even

greater challenges. Wind, blizzards, and plagues of

insects threatened crops. Open plains meant few trees

for building, forcing many to build homes out of sod.

Limited fuel and water supplies could turn simple

cooking and heating chores into difficult trials. Ironi-

cally, even the smaller size of sections took its own toll.

While 160 acres may have been sufficient for an eastern

farmer, it was simply not enough to sustain agriculture

on the dry plains, and scarce natural vegetation made

raising livestock on the prairie difficult. As a result, in

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many areas, the original homesteader did not stay on

the land long enough to fulfill the claim.

Homesteaders who persevered were rewarded with

opportunities as rapid changes in transportation eased

some of the hardships. Six months after the Homestead

Act was passed, the Railroad Act was signed, and by May

1869, a transcontinental railroad stretched across the

frontier. The new railroads provided easy transporta-

tion for homesteaders, and new immigrants were lured

westward by railroad companies eager to sell off excess

land at inflated prices. The new rail lines provided ready

access to manufactured goods and catalog houses like

Montgomery Ward offered farm tools, barbed wire, lin-

ens, weapons, and even houses could be delivered via

the rail road.

The Homestead Act encompassed most of the US, as it is

now, as well as Alaska.

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On January 1, 1863, Daniel Freeman and 417 others

filed claims. Many more pioneers followed, populating

the land, building towns and schools and creating new

states from the territories. In many cases, the schools

became the focal point for community life, serving as

churches, polling places and social gathering locations.

In 1936, the Department of the Interior recognized Free-

man as the first claimant and established the Homestead

National Monument, near a school built in 1872, on his

homestead near Beatrice, Nebraska. Today, the monu-

ment is administered by the National Park Service, and

the site commemorates the changes to the land and the

nation brought about by the Homestead Act of 1862. By

1934, over 1.6 million homestead applications were pro-

cessed and more than 270 million acres—10 percent of all

U.S. lands—passed into the hands of individuals. The Fed-

eral Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 repealed

the Homestead Act in the 48 contiguous states.

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By 1934, over 1.6 million homestead applications

were processed and more than 270 million

acres—10 percent of all U.S. lands—passed into the

hands of individuals.

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PLACES TO BE THINGS TO DO EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

CHANGING OF THE LEAVES

Few events in nature surpass the annual changing of the leaves in Colo-

rado for sheer beauty. Colorado’s fall colors are the envy of most other

states, and there’s only a few weeks left to enjoy it.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day trip or a weekend excursion,

the state offers dozens of picturesque locales to meet your needs.

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

92 Crawford Gulch Rd, Golden,

CO 80403

www.parks.state.co.us/parks/

goldengatecanyon/

P L A C E S T O B E

T H I N G S T O D O

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Latigo is known for its fine riding program,

individualized attention, and “nouveau

ranch” menu. The Arapaho National Forest

surrounds it on three sides, and trails take

you through an array of aspen groves, pine

forest, sagebrush, and open meadows.

12 miles long with 2,500-foot walls, the

narrow Wind River Canyon cuts a deep

swath through the plains. From start to

finish, the canyon drops an astounding 200

feet and ensures a thrilling ride through its

3-billion-year-old rock gullet.

Consistently ranked #1 in guest service

among ski resorts in North America. Deer

Valley offers first-class amenities such as

uniformed ski valets, groomed-to-perfection

slopes, award-winning cuisine, and

convenient lift, lodging and rental packages.

This international event in Orofino, Idaho

attracts loggers from all over the world and

features competitions that include burling,

axe throwing, tree races and two-person

hand and power saw races. Also enjoy a

horse pulling contest.

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K E E P S

O N

T I C K I N G

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40 YEARS OF INNOVATION AND EXPLORATION

NEVER STOP EXPLORING

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COOKING AROUND THE CAMPFIRE FOOD

C O O K I N G

Foil Packet Cooking Tips

Use heavy duty foil. You

don’t want the foil to rip

and have ashes get in and

your dinner leak out. If

using regular foil, double

it up.

Spray the side of the foil on

which you’re going to place

the food with cooking spray

before you add your ingredi-

ents and seal it up.

When placing your ingre-

dients on the sheet of foil,

always put the meat on

the bottom as it takes the

longest to cook.

Cook your foil packet in

the fire itself. Ideally, you

want to place the packet on

a bed of coals about two

inches thick.

When cooking meat, throw

in some high-moisture

veggies like tomatoes and

onions. This will keep the

meat from drying out.

Flip the packets over a few

times during cooking, and

open and check on how the

food is progressing from

time to time.

Easy and Delicious Foil Packet Recipes. In the quest to streamline your camping trips, foil packet meals can be one of your greatest allies.

It’s cooking at its simple best; you take some ingredi-

ents, wrap them up in a foil parcel, and place the pouch

in a campfire’s coals to cook. You can prepare these foil

packets before you head out into Mother Nature, and

they require no pots and pans, no plates, and no clean

up. And, if you know what you’re doing, they can be

incredibly tasty and satisfying.

A R O U N D

T H E C A M P F I R E

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BREAKFAST

Sausage and Eggs

1 frozen hash brown patty

2 eggs, scrambled, uncooked

2 frozen sausage patties

spices and seasonings

Cheese (optional)

First place your hash brown patty on the foil. Then place the eggs on top

of the hash brown patty. Then place the sausage patties on top. Season

with spices and condiments. Place on hot coals and cook for 15 minutes.

Add the cheese when it’s ready.

Muffins in an Orange Shell

6 oranges

1 package of just add water muffin mix

Mix up the muffin mix as instructed. Cut off the quarter top of the orang-

es. Carefully scoop out the pulp; do not break the skin. Pour the muffin

mix into the oranges. Wrap the oranges in foil, leaving an opening at the

top. Place the oranges upright in a stable position on hot coals and cook

for about 10-15 minutes.

Note: You can also cook eggs this way, but you’ll want to cover the whole orange shell with foil.

Hamburger and Veggies

½ lb ground hamburger meat

½ can of Veg-all or other mixed vegetables

½ can of cream of mushroom soup

spices and seasonings

Mix together the above ingredients with spices and condiments to your

heart’s content. Place the mixture on the center of a sheet of foil, wrap in

a tent pack, and place on hot coals for 25 minutes.

DINNER

DESSERT

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NEXT ISSUEExplore the Southwest in our next issue. You won’t want to miss The Wave

in Cyotte Buttes, Arizona. The Wave is a sandstone rock formation located

near the Arizona and Utah border on the slopes of the Coyote Buttes, in

the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness, on the Colorado Plateau.

It is famous among hikers and photographers for its colorful, undulating

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