When in Crested Butte, don’t miss this high-elevation hike >
I warmed up for tomorrow’s big hike from Crested Butte to Aspen by climbing to the top of Scarp Ridge today. The trailhead lies just…
Fall running season officially arrives Sept. 7 with Zilker Relays >
According to my race calendar, but definitely not the thermometer, fall has nearly arrived. The Zilker Relays, unofficial kickoff to Austin’s fall racing season, takes…
Channel your super powers at CASA Superhero run on Sept. 16 >
One year I met Superman – not an imposter, but the real deal. He was nice to me, probably because I was wearing my Wonder…
Ingredients for next Fit City adventure: One stubborn burro plus a steep trail >
I’ve never raced up a mountain with a pack burro at my side, so on Sept. 8 I’ll do that, with a four-legged little beast named…
What’s the latest camping trend? Elevated pop-up tents, and we’re testing one tonight >
I’ll be sleeping in the treetops tonight here at McKinney Falls State Park, where I’ve successfully wrangled open a borrowed Woolly Bear elevated tent. I wouldn’t…
Next adventure for Fit City? Paddle racing – and she started Saturday with Kanoe Klasika >
I’ve learned this about myself in 54 years: I feel most alive when I’m trying new things. That’s one reason why I’ve taken up paddling…
Swimming’s free – and so’s the guitar solo – before 8 a.m. at Barton Springs >
I almost always start Wednesday mornings with a swim at Barton Springs with a few friends. Besides getting in a good workout, I always see people…
No, you can’t swim there yet – but repairs are starting at Balmorhea Pool >
Don’t expect to take a flying leap into Balmorhea Pool in West Texas anytime soon. But after nearly three months of evaluation, crews are set…
Austin’s Lawson Craddock finished last at Tour de France, but now he gets free beer for life >
Lawson Craddock may have finished last in the Tour de France this year, but now he can drink free beer for the rest of his…
Get your groove on with $10 classes at Ballet Austin on National Dance Day >
National Dance Day rolls around this Saturday, and Ballet Austin is offering $10 classes to celebrate. Participants can learn the moves for this year’s official National…
