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hey there! I'm Dani.

I’m an avid adventurer living in Denver, CO and I’m here to help you get out and explore the world! 

I love Jesus, travel, hiking, snowboarding, health & wellness, and growing each and every day. 

Get ready for an abundance of inspiration and resources to help you seek adventure and find simplicity.

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Shanahan Ridge

There are so many hikes around Denver, like Shanahan Ridge, that I've been avoiding because they get very crowded. But recently it occurred to me that the winter is the perfect opportunity to tick some of these off!
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Startled by Silence - Travel Journal - Handies Peak - Adventure Inspiration - Colorado - 14er - Fourteener - Hiking - Day Hike - Dani's Drive

Startled by Silence

The sound of the river faded in and out as the trail wound its way between the trees. A gentle breeze wrapped around me. Twigs snapped under the weight of my boots.
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A Deer! Oh Dear. | A Columbine Lake Trail Adventure | Dani's Drive | Travel Journal | Adventure Inspiration | Seek Adventure. Find Simplicity.

A Deer! Oh dear.

There was a time when I thought deer were great. But today, for reasons you’ll soon learn, I no longer felt that way.
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Here Comes the Sun - Dani's Drive - Adventure - Colorado - Black Canyon of the Gunninson - National Park - United States - US - Hiking - Outdoors - Outside - Seek Adventure. Find Simplicity.

Here Comes the Sun

I turned left off the main highway. The air was heavy with darkness. There were no streetlights out here.
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11 Irresistible Things to do in Denver this Winter - Ideas for Winter Activities - Fun - Adventure - Colorado - Snow - Outside - Outdoor - Dani's Drive

11 Irresistible Things to Do Near Denver this Winter

With reservation systems limiting mountain resort access this year, here are 11 irresistible things to do near Denver this winter that don't involve buying a lift ticket!
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New Year's Resolutions - the Secret to Personal Growth

An Important Consideration When Writing New Year’s Resolutions

Do you struggle to stick to your New Years Resolutions? I did too...until I found this! Before writing your New Year's Resolutions, learn this secret to personal growth!
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Cross Mountain

CROSS MOUNTAIN | An Adventure’s Sunset

Cross Mountain is a stunning day hike near Telluride, offering views of Lizard Head and three 14ers--El Diente, Mt. Wilson, and Wilson Peak
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Sneffels Highline

SNEFFELS HIGHLINE | A Hike Above Telluride

This day hike starts right from the town of Telluride and explores two basins below Mt. Emma.
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HIGHLAND MARY LAKES LOOP | trip Report

This beautiful loop hike includes part of the CDT and Highland Mary Lakes Trail with stellar mountain and lake views the whole way!
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Wetterhorn Peak | Trip Report & Route Guide

WETTERHORN PEAK | Trip Report & Route Guide

Wetterhorn Peak may just be my favorite 14er yet! Read the trip report and download the FREE route guide.
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Shanahan Ridge_Hiking_Boulder_Colorado_Winter Hike_Dani's Drive_Day Hike_Travel_Journal

Shanahan Ridge

There are so many hikes around Denver, like Shanahan Ridge, that I've been avoiding because they get very crowded. But recently it occurred to me that the winter is the perfect opportunity to tick some of these off!
Startled by Silence - Travel Journal - Handies Peak - Adventure Inspiration - Colorado - 14er - Fourteener - Hiking - Day Hike - Dani's Drive

Startled by Silence

The sound of the river faded in and out as the trail wound its way between the trees. A gentle breeze wrapped around me. Twigs snapped under the weight of my boots.
A Deer! Oh Dear. | A Columbine Lake Trail Adventure | Dani's Drive | Travel Journal | Adventure Inspiration | Seek Adventure. Find Simplicity.

A Deer! Oh dear.

There was a time when I thought deer were great. But today, for reasons you’ll soon learn, I no longer felt that way.
Here Comes the Sun - Dani's Drive - Adventure - Colorado - Black Canyon of the Gunninson - National Park - United States - US - Hiking - Outdoors - Outside - Seek Adventure. Find Simplicity.

Here Comes the Sun

I turned left off the main highway. The air was heavy with darkness. There were no streetlights out here.
11 Irresistible Things to do in Denver this Winter - Ideas for Winter Activities - Fun - Adventure - Colorado - Snow - Outside - Outdoor - Dani's Drive

11 Irresistible Things to Do Near Denver this Winter

With reservation systems limiting mountain resort access this year, here are 11 irresistible things to do near Denver this winter that don't involve buying a lift ticket!
New Year's Resolutions - the Secret to Personal Growth

An Important Consideration When Writing New Year’s Resolutions

Do you struggle to stick to your New Years Resolutions? I did too...until I found this! Before writing your New Year's Resolutions, learn this secret to personal growth!
Cross Mountain

CROSS MOUNTAIN | An Adventure’s Sunset

Cross Mountain is a stunning day hike near Telluride, offering views of Lizard Head and three 14ers--El Diente, Mt. Wilson, and Wilson Peak
Sneffels Highline

SNEFFELS HIGHLINE | A Hike Above Telluride

This day hike starts right from the town of Telluride and explores two basins below Mt. Emma.

HIGHLAND MARY LAKES LOOP | trip Report

This beautiful loop hike includes part of the CDT and Highland Mary Lakes Trail with stellar mountain and lake views the whole way!
Wetterhorn Peak | Trip Report & Route Guide

WETTERHORN PEAK | Trip Report & Route Guide

Wetterhorn Peak may just be my favorite 14er yet! Read the trip report and download the FREE route guide.
I invite you to join the adventure!