Welcome
I really started The Outdoor Gems to share outdoor experiences through photography and storytelling to inspire more people to get outside. If more people got outdoors; took a walk, hike, went snowboarding, sat around a campfire, and surfed in the ocean, I think the world would be a better place.
-Jeremiah
Greatest Places to Go
Top Summer Mountain Towns in Colorado, A trip to Crested Butte
Without a doubt one of the best places to be in the summer time are the mountains, especially in Colorado. Throughout the state you will find historic mountain towns filled lots of outdoor recreation, cooler summer temps, and of course landscape views that don’t seem real at first site. After hearing great things about Crested Butte and seeing photos, I decided to plan a summer trip and discover what summer and the wildflower hype were really like in Crested Butte
Best Wildflower Hikes in Crested Butte Colorado, Hiking the Snodgrass Trail
Known to be one of the most populated areas for Wildflowers, Crested Butte in Colorado offers some of the best hiking trails minutes from town. One of these trails is Snodgrass. Other then hikers, you’ll also find mountain bikers, trail runners, and even horseback riding. If you want to see wildflowers, well this hike is one of the best hikes for it in the summer time. I decided to hike it in the afternoon to catch the sunset at the end, and if you time it on the right night, the mountain views at sunset mixed with wildflowers are incredible
Summer boarding, The ultimate guide to Hiking the 4th of July bowl on Peak 10 in Breckenridge
Normally when someone thinks of summer, winter activities are the last thing that come to mind. If you do think of snowboarding, Mt Hood in Oregon or Coppers summer park in Colorado are probably what come to mind. However for the back country enthusiast looking to do something different, the fourth of July bowl on Peak 10 in Breckenridge Colorado is a way
Hiking in Crested Butte, A Sunrise (or Sunset) Hike on the Lupine Trail
So you’ve planned a summer trip to Crested Butte in Colorado and you’re looking for a good hike to start the trip off. Well, the nice thing about Crested Butte is there are a few hikes right in town that are great for getting acclimated to the mountains while enjoying the outdoors. One of these hikes is the Lupine Trail. Late June through early July this trail will be covered with Wildflowers and in the fall you’ll get to see some fall colors as there are Aspen trees on part of this hike
The Ultimate Buena Vista Colorado Guide (How to Spend 4 Days)
Looking for a warmer part of Colorado close to the mountains with around 300 days of sunshine every year? Buena Vista is one of the coolest towns I’ve been to in Colorado and after you read this post I hope it inspires you to visit this unique corner of the state.
Taking a Ski or Snowboard trip to Vail Colorado, Everything you should know
Known as the largest ski resort in Colorado, and the 5th largest in North America, riding a mountain such as Vail will open your eyes to a whole new world of what winter can look like for skiing and snowboarding. Known for their back bowls, this magical place, that drives tourists and employees from all over the world each season to enjoy the outdoor playground that Vail has become. I first rode Vail after a surprise snow storm..
Colorado Mountain Towns near Denver, A day trip to Silver Plume
One thing that makes Colorado unique is the number of historic mountain towns through out the state. Some more popular than others such as Crested Butte, Telluride, and Breckenridge. However, there’s still a number of hidden gem towns with outdoor recreation and cool history. One being the very small town of Silver Plume.
Only dirt roads with one main street, this is one of the smallest towns I’ve been to in Colorado. However, there’s a really cool
Paint Mines Interpretive Park Colorado, A complete day trip guide
Looking for a mellow and unique day trip outside of Denver and close to Colorado Springs? The Paint Mines is a cool area with Geological Rock Formations from millions
3 Easy Spring Hikes near Breckenridge worth checking out
Spring in the mountains is probably one of the best times of the year if you’re a local living in a ski town. Winters are pretty long, days are short, and the workload can be pretty exhausting as most people work 2 jobs to make a living. So when spring rolls around and the snow starts to melt along with trails starting to thaw out, it’s nice to go for an evening hike.
Snowmass Colorado, Hike Spiral Point for Sunset during the fall
Aspennn, One of the best places to visit during the fall in Colorado. While a lot of people may be inclined to visit the Maroon Bells, there’s still a number of different hikes in the area if your unable to get a reservation for..
Leadville Colorado, How to spend a Four day weekend
Looking to check out a hidden Colorado area that has lots of cool outdoor recreation and history? Although places like Rocky Mountain National Park, Aspen, Crested Butte, and Telluride are amazing, it’s always nice to visit somewhere new that still has a lot of cool activities to offer. Less than two hours from Denver is a small Colorado mountain town with..
Meet Jeremiah
Growing up, I loved being outside. I took a lot of cool trips with my family, whether it was camping, going to the beach, road trips, and national parks. Even though I didn’t fully appreciate those experiences at the time, as I got older I started getting more into the outdoors and traveling, reconnecting with my past. The feeling of traveling or going somewhere new always seems to give a sense of excitement or adventure.
Snowboarding and boardsports in general have been a passion of mine for over 20 years. I always loved the culture that came with it; from local retail shops to magazines and videos, to riding with friends as well as geeking out on the latest gear, it’s all part of the experience. After working in snowboard/outdoor gear shops for the past decade along with traveling to different outdoor places, I decided to put all of that experience in digital form to inspire and connect with other people.