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September 2013Western rockies region
VENTURE BEYOND YOUR DOOR
the perfectWeekend date
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glaciernational park
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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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THIS SEASONS HOTTEST TREND
GUIDE TO THEROCKIES
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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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CAMPFIRECOOKING
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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.
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.
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
established 1 9 1 5
acres 2 6 5 , 7 6 1
dec 2 8 °
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.
established 1 9 2 9
acres 3 1 0 , 0 0 0
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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.
established 1 8 7 2
acres 2 , 2 1 9 , 7 9 1
average temperatUre:
established 1 9 1 0
acres 1 , 0 1 3 , 3 2 2
average temperatUre:
dec 2 0 ° jUl 7 0 ° dec 2 5 ° jUl 6 0 °
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For every pair purchased, Tom’s gives a pair of shoes to a child in need.
SHOES FOR TOMORROW
one for one
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
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.
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.”
C E I L I N G L I G H T I N G
www.etsy.com
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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E M p O R I U M
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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sta
tist
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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.
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
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
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
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’
Eric Steen holds up a
glass of beer produced
from a BMBW hike.
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”
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
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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DEPARTMENT SECTION TITLE
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.
TITLE
* 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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To enable dryland farming, it increased the
number of acres for a homestead to 320 acres.
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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
Daniel Freeman’s Homestead
Certificate of Eligibility
Daniel Freeman’s Homestead Proof
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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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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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RAFTING WIND RIVER CANYON
DEER VALLEY SKI RESORT
LUMBERJACK DAYS
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kremmling, co 80459
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city, ut 84060
435.649.1000
town Square
orofino, idaho
208.476.3412
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windrivercanyon.com
deervalley.com
orofinolumberjackdays.org
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k E E P s
o n
t i c k i n G
40 YEARS OF INNOVATION AND EXPLORATION
NEVER STOP EXPLORING
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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near the Arizona and Utah border on the slopes of the Coyote Buttes, in
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September 2013Western rockies region
VENTURE BEYOND YOUR DOOR
the perfectWeekend date
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glaciernational park
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beers madeby Walking
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