Blue Sky Wilderness Guides

03/08/2025

Happy International Women’s Day 🎉 what better way to celebrate it than with snowshoeing and mimosas?? We had such a fun crew today!

03/03/2025

What an awesome group we had on the Intro to Snowshoe course on Saturday 🙌 we got ALL the types of snow to practice in and the weather was so perfect!

02/26/2025

We had a ton of fun and lots of shenanigans this past weekend snowshoeing in the fresh powder, turned heavy wet snow. 🤪❄️

02/25/2025

📢 Heads up:

🟢 UPDATE: White Ranch - East Trailhead will reopen on Tuesday, March 11.

🟢 UPDATE: Matthews-Winters reopen as of Monday, March 3.

🟢 UPDATE: Hildebrand will reopen on Sunday, March 2.

🟢 UPDATE: Apex and Mount Falcon will reopen on Saturday, March 1.

⛔️ CLOSED: Effective Monday, February 24, Apex, Mt. Falcon - Morrison Trailhead, White Ranch - East Trailhead, Hildebrand Ranch, & Matthews/Winters Parks closed for muddy trail conditions until further notice.

Muddy trails are an issue because of degradation to the natural resources around it (widening of the trail and damage to surrounding vegetation/ecosystem), along with erosion and long-term sustainability. Trails that get used when muddy can take a long time to recover from deep ruts and new paths created around them. If you come across a small patch of mud in a recently reopened park, please go through it, not around it.

Thank you for your patience!

02/18/2025

We had perfect weather and even better company for our Intro to Snowshoe clinic on Saturday 🙌

02/17/2025

What a magical night for our Valentine’s Snowshoe, S’mores & Hot Springs event! ❄️ The crew was fun and adventurous, the snow fell just right, and s’mores by the fire (plus Valentine’s cards!) made it extra special. Ending the night in the hot springs? Perfection. ♨️❤️

02/09/2025

Another wonderful bunch of ladies who joined the Women’s Snowshoes & Mimosas event yesterday 🥂🍊

02/01/2025

Another amazing group of ladies who joined the Women’s Snowshoes and Mimosas clinic last week 🙌 🥂

01/28/2025

Heads up 🙌

🟢REOPEN: Flying J. Ranch park will reopen 2/15 following helicopter operations. Utility work will continue in the park, please be aware of crews and possible intermittent trail closures. Thank you for your patience.

⛔CLOSED: Flying J Ranch Park will now be closed on 2/13 & 2/14 (weather dependent) for utility pole replacement via helicopter.

⛔CLOSED: Flying J Ranch Park will be closed on 2/11 & 2/12 (weather dependent) for utility pole replacement via helicopter.

⚠️ NOTICE: Flying J Ranch Park will be closing on 2/11 & 2/12 (weather dependent) for utility pole replacement via helicopter. Thank you for your patience!

https://www.jeffco.us/1531/Alerts-Closures

01/23/2025

Snowshoeing is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to explore Colorado's wilderness off-trail, but learning the basics can make all the difference in your experience.

Here’s why taking the time to master the fundamentals is so worth it:

❄️Stay Comfortable: Learn how to dress for warmth, manage layers, and stay dry in snowy conditions.
❄️ Move Efficiently: Master proper technique to conserve energy and tackle different terrains with ease.
❄️ Be Safe: Gain tips on trail navigation, winter safety, and how to avoid common mistakes.
❄️ Build Confidence: Feel ready to take on solo adventures or join group outings with ease.

Once you know the basics, snowshoeing opens up a whole new world!

Ready to step into the snow? Join a beginner snowshoeing lesson or connect with others in this group to share tips and hit the trails! ❄️

What’s your biggest snowshoeing question or tip? Drop it in the comments below! ⬇️

01/16/2025

Winter Safety Tip of the Day: Stay Warm & Dry

Dressing in layers is key to staying safe and comfortable during winter recreation.

Start with a moisture-wicking base layer, add an insulating layer like fleece, and finish with a waterproof, windproof outer layer. Don’t forget gloves, a hat, and warm socks to protect your extremities!

Staying dry is just as important as staying warm, so pack an extra set of clothes in case you get wet.

It’s also important to avoid cotton at all costs! Unlike synthetic materials, fleece, or wool, cotton stays wet once it gets wet, leaving you cold and uncomfortable.

These tips can help prevent cold injuries like hypothermia or frost bite and will help keep your adventure enjoyable… and warm!

01/16/2025

This winter, join us for an unforgettable Snowshoeing Event and treat yourself to some well-deserved self-care afterward! ❄️💆‍♀️

Attend any Women’s Snowshoeing Event in February or March and treat yourself to some well-deserved self-care with a $30 Spavia Park Meadows Gift Card!

What’s Included:
🌨️ A guided snowshoeing adventure with Blue Sky Wilderness
💆‍♀️ A $30 Spavia Gift Card for a massage, facial, or spa treatment

Event Dates: February 8th & 14th and March 8th & 22nd

Reserve Your Spot: blueskywilderness.com/events-1

Tickets are going fast, sign up now to secure your spot!

Park Meadows

Unlike traditional tours, our experiences invite you to be part of something bigger: a movement in regenerative tourism that strengthens local community, minimizes impact, and restores the land.

01/07/2025

Another one goes down in the books! What a great crew we had for the Women’s Snowshoes & Mimosas this past Saturday 🙌 ❤️ ❄️

01/07/2025

January and February SOLD OUT so we added two new dates: February 8th and March 8th. Get your tickets before they’re gone!!

12/27/2024

Winter hike to a frozen waterfall in Rocky Mountain National Park ❄️ We even saw a bison! 🦬 👀