Author Archives: griscomamanda

Anyone who knows me knows that I am 100% not a morning person at all. My natural schedule is wake up at 8:00AM to 9:00AM and go to bed at midnight or later. But even though I’m awake it doesn’t mean I’m ready to chat or do stuff. I’m one of those people who definitelyContinue reading “It’s 5AM, How ’bout a Sunrise Hike?!- at North Cheyenne Canyon Park”

Whenever I’m hiking alone, I have 2 main concerns or fears: snakes (which I’ve already encountered!) and getting stuck in a storm. I’m proud to say, I am now 2 for 2! I have now come face to face with both my fears while hiking, and only in a month timeframe! Go figure. A littleContinue reading “And the Thunder Rolls, so When Will the Lightening Strike?- at Garden of the Gods”

45 minutes east of Colorado Springs away off from the mountains, in the small town of Calhan, is an incredible natural treasure that is an absolute must-see in Colorado. A true testament to the beauty of “Colorful Colorado”. And, nope, it isn’t found in a picturesque Rocky Mountain town. It’s the Paint Mines Interpretative Park–Continue reading “A (Seriously) Hidden Colorado Gem- Paint Mines Park”

It began like any other beautiful midday hike at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, one of my absolute favorite hikes in the Springs. Looking around, admiring the scenery of the vibrant red rocks juxtaposed to the bright Western sky. Soaking in that perfect Southwestern sunshine. And then… it happened! My worst fear, right in frontContinue reading “Me vs the Snake- a Red Rock Canyon Open Space Saga”

I’ve had several people lately telling me I should start a blog. I went back and forth in my head about it and then I thought, why the hell not?! I’m living in a whole new state on the opposite end of the country- what better time to start blogging? I’ve lived in Colorado SpringsContinue reading “Let’s start a blog!”