INTERVIEW: Adventure stories, outdoor recreation hacks, and a truly 'Colorado' challenge taking place on Pikes Peak
Release Date: 06/04/2025
Bear attack; Do wolves impact aspen groves?; Mud-covered suspect; Massive brunch; & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a recent bear attack, a mud-covered suspect, a massive brunch that's worth splurging on, the impact wolves (might) have on aspen groves, a new lakebound trail, a snowboarder rescue in September, and more.
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Tropical bird in CO; Elk soon to flood town; Most expensive tourist spot; Spearfishing; Epic mountain run; & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a tropical bird recently sighted in Colorado (for the first time in 91 years), the most expensive tourist spot in the US (it's in Colorado), the upcoming elk rut, a wild trail running record set in Leadville, the legacy of an upcoming mountain race, a push to increase spearfishing in Colorado, and more.
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Wild West road trip; State park stabbing hoax; Historic bull fight in mining town; Surfing in Colorado; & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a 'Wild West' road trip, the surfing scene in Colorado, a state park stabbing that may have been a hoax, the best BBQ found around the state, the upcoming ski season, and a historic bull fight that took place in a Colorado mountain town.
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Otherworldly attractions; A troll in the forest; 500-mile motorcycle ride; Major development at ski area; & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about some peculiar attractions around the state, Spencer's recent 500-mile one-day motorcycle ride over 11 stunning mountain passes, the first new lift being built at a 'locals' favorite' ski area since 1999, a giant wooden troll that hides in the woods, a man's wild plan to climb Colorado's 14ers amid a larger project, & more.
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Summit-bound Front Range hikes; Cold case out of Crestone; Hidden gem restaurants; 14er hiker numbers; & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a few great restaurants, a wildfire that just grew to become the 5th-largest in state history, Front Range summit-bound hikes to add to your list, the recent release of 14er hiker numbers for 2024, a cold case out of Crestone, the Savannah Bananas experience, and more. Note: Obviously wildfire news develops fast. The numbers and details included in this podcast were released on the morning of August 11.
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Hordes of tarantulas incoming; Historic tramway to visit; Wildfires rage; 'Dream Trail' progresses; and More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a 'dream trail' that's making progress, hordes of tarantulas that will soon appear in Colorado, a tourist attraction that offers stunning views, wildfires that blank a small town, and more. Also – our producer Tim Page has been hard at work getting our full-length podcast ready to publish in video form. Learn more about that effort and where those clips will be found. Correction: In this episode, Elk Fire is said to be 13,025 acres and Lee Fire is said to be 7,750 acres. This acreage was based on an early August 5...
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Big fall on 14er; A new state park?; Exploring an iconic hotel; Alternate 14er routes; and More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about an iconic hotel (that's a bit spooky), alternate (and less-crowded) fourteener routes, an update related to what could become Colorado's newest state park, a high-elevation rockfall that led to severe injury, and more.
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Wild bear attack story; $29M foot bridge; Hidden gem restaurant; Call to rename peak (again); & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Tim chat about a wild bear attack, the proposed $29 million foot bridge in Denver, a hidden gem restaurant serving up piping hot meat pockets, a hiking recommendation, the push to rename one of Colorado's iconic peaks (again), and more.
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Survival tips debunked; Wildfires around CO; Tragic death at iconic foot race; Prehistoric find in unlikely spot; & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the wildfire that closed a national park, a prehistoric find and a new spot to visit, debunked 'survival' tips, a death at one of the most difficult foot races in the United States, a new mountain town hotel with hot spring access, and more.
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Toxic ghost town you CAN'T visit; Best wildflower spots; Overlooked summer town; & More
The OutThere Colorado Podcast
In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about favorite ghost towns (including one that's too dangerous to visit), the best places to find wildflowers, an overlooked mountain town that's perfect for a summer visit, and the state's oldest...newest...backcountry hut. Lots of great summer adventure ideas in this one.
info_outlineIn this special edition episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer sits down with Justin Bowers of Front Range Climbing Co. to hear some adventure stories, chat about some outdoor recreation tips and tricks, and to learn about a very 'Colorado' challenge that's taking place on Pikes Peak.
Justin is the General Manager of Front Range Climbing Company and an all-around badass with years of experience exploring and guiding in mountainous terrain. Those interested in learning more about the challenge discussed in this episode can find information on Instagram – head to the page @pikespeakalpinerodeoclub.