Halloween may be over, but we aren't through with it! Join us for Episode 7 and learn about the history of The Stanley Hotel. What makes the Stanley Hotel Spooky, why you should visit and a little bit about Estes Park all in one!

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Stanley_Hotel
• https://www.stanleyhotel.com/about.html
• https://www.uncovercolorado.com/stanley-hotel-haunted-history/
• https://www.eptrail.com/2024/01/17/a-stanley-hotel-history-part-two/
• https://www.uncovercolorado.com/stanley-hotel-haunted-history/
• https://kdvr.com/news/local/what-makes-the-stanley-hotel-one-of-the-spookiest-hotels-in-the-nation/
• https://nightlyspirits.com/stanley-hotel-ghost-stories/

Howdy, Sidecountry Sisters Crew! In this episode we interview on of our dearest friends, Julie! Julie has type 1 diabetes and gives us the low down on all things diagnosis related, what Type 1 Diabetes is compared to Type 2, and how she manages this diagnosis as a fellow outdoors-woman! Join in as we learn about challenges, and successes, when getting outdoors with Type 1 diabetes.

Oops! We realized we didn't give a thorough enough introduction as to why we love the outdoors enough to start a podcast! Episode 5 is about Dan and Cass, what started their love for the outdoors to begin with, what inspired them to start a podcast about the big outside, and what they hope all of you might get out of this as listeners. Thanks for being here and listening along, we are shocked to have listeners that don't personally know us--this is for you cats!

Hold onto your tin hats ladies and gents, it's Johnny Appleseed! Given that it's fall, ya know, apple szn, we felt like reviewing the history of Johnny Appleseed. Has the name Johnny Appleseed been living in your head rent free for the majority of your life but you have no idea why? We are here to tell you why! This outdoorsman was locked in as a part of American culture long ago, and while I'm not sure if they still teach about his life in school, those of us that are listening age certainly learned about him in elementary school. So please, enjoy our attempt at structured story time!

Episode Notes + Resources:

https://www.bigbs.com/live-music

https://www.denverpost.com/2024/10/01/fall-festivals-colorado-cider-days-lakewood-applefest-cedaredge/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kB-KmqNLpJI

https://www.britannica.com/story/was-johnny-appleseed-a-real-person

https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-Chapman

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/real-johnny-appleseed-brought-applesand-booze-american-frontier-180953263/

https://www.appleholler.com/the-legend-of-johnny-appleseed/

https://www.johnnyappleseed.com/blog/chapmans-last-stand

​​https://www.britannica.com/topic/American-frontier

Leaf Peepin' is the time in CO (and in many other states in the U.S & Canada) where people flock form near and far to experience the change of seasons through the changing of the leaves. The Aspens in Colorado shift their green, shimmering, coin-like leaves into a vibrant yellow-gold, and it lasts for such a short time you'll be tempted to call out of work and head for the mountains to see them! It's basically your modern day gold rush, that lasts for just a month! Sure the traffic is awful on the weekends, but the views can't be beat. If you want to know more than your friends about Aspens for your hikes, or just want to know where to go to get the best views, then join us for episode 3!

*Content Warning: Please be advised that this episode contains mentions of acts of domestic violence and its fatal consequences. If you are sensitive to this content, or are a survivor who may be overwhelmed or triggered by this content, please skip ahead or do not listen. The mentions of this begin at 6 minutes 15 seconds into the podcast, and lasts until 14 minutes 35 seconds. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence and needs support, please call 1-800-799-7233.*

Episode Notes & Resources:

https://www.visitcos.com/blog/aspen-hikes/

https://dayhikesneardenver.com/fall-color-aspen-hikes/

https://www.coloradohikesandhops.com/blog/best-colorado-destinations-to-see-aspens-fall-colors-hikes-and-drives

https://303magazine.com/2017/09/fall-hikes-colorado/

https://kdvr.com/denver-guide/fall/colors/map-colorado-forecast-2024-peak-colors/

https://www.explorefall.com/states/colorado.html

https://smokymountains.com/fall-foliage-map

https://www.westword.com/arts/get-outside-ten-best-hikes-fall-colors-colorado-14955448

https://www.alltrails.com/lists/20-colorado-hikes-for-spectacular-fall-color

https://kdvr.com/denver-guide/fall/colors/which-trees-turn-which-colors-in-colorado/

https://conps.org/project/aspen-forest/#:~:text=The%20largest%20aspen%20grove%20in,grown%20from%20a%20single%20seed.

https://www.rxlist.com/supplements/aspen.htm#:~:text=Overview,neuralgia

https://www.thehotline.org/

Were you, like us, addicted to the Olympics this summer? Let this podcast allow you to get in the last of the feel goods from the summer Olympics and Paralympics. This podcast covers how to qualify as an athlete in the Olympics and Paralymics, a bit of history, and which states had the most qualifying athletes.

Episode Notes + Resources:

• https://www.5280.com/colorado-athletes-2024-paris-olympics/
• https://gazette.com/sports/olympics/colorado-olympic-athletes-paris/article_5f82a51e-2387-11ef-80f4-132baf7e5eeb.html
• https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/07/21/colorado-athletes-2024-summer-olympics-paris
• https://www.paralympic.org/classification
• https://www.denverpost.com/2024/07/20/paris-olympics-2024-colorado-ties/
• https://www.9news.com/article/sports/olympics/colorado-paris-olympics-athletes-2024/73-5d91cb67-bca7-4df7-acfb-4e5ebfe055ed

Welcome back Side Country Sisters Crew! We kick off season 2 interviewing possibly two of our favorite people ever, Brad & Ira Sheek! Join in and get to know a bit about Dan's parents, Cassidy's in-laws. These two introduce us to the first side country quest abroad, giving all the insights they have to completing Camino de Santiago in Spain! They completed a section of the hike back in 2022 and they've come to share their story, gear, preparations and tips. These two never cease to amaze us with their adventurous spirit, and their love for one another and all things outside. If you've ever wanted and are still holding out for that that spiritual European backpacking quest, be prepared to get re-inspired, this is the episode for you!

Episode Notes + Resources:

• https://santiago-compostela.net/
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camino_de_Santiago
• https://caminoways.com/camino-de-santiago

Everyone has heard of Buffalo Bill, but who even is he? Dan and Cass discuss the history of Buffalo Bill and the Wild West show, and his romanticization of the West. Buffalo Bill lived a life of contradiction, and he made valiant efforts to make right on his past to turn things around and restore and honor aspects of native land and people.

Episode Notes + Resources:

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buffalo_Bill
• https://www.potterswaxmuseum.com/american-history/buffalo-bill/
• https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/murder-marriage-and-pony-express-10-things-you-didnt-know-about-buffalo-bill-180961736/
• https://time.com/6114737/buffalo-bill-cody-wild-west-myth/
• https://www.britannica.com/biography/William-F-Cody
• https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/oakley-show/
• https://www.pbs.org/video/buffalo-bill-and-his-wild-west-show/
• https://centerofthewest.org/

Gather 'round the feigned campfire and join Danica for a solo podcast! This week Danica gives a quick lesson on what you should know about the Leadville 100 based in Leadville, CO! This is the ultimate foot and bike race, y'all. 100 miles start to finish at on mountain trails, at the highest elevation town in Colorado--it's not for the faint of heart!

Episode Notes + Resources:

• https://www.leadvilleraceseries.com
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leadville,_Colorado
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leadville_Trail_100_MTB
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leadville_Trail_100

Cass & Dan swoon over wildflower season in Colorado, and we give you a few camping tips for wildlife and fire safety for camping season! If you basically want a mini summer get away planned for you, this is the episode for you! Learn about the best towns, events, time frames, and types of flowers you can see. We are fairly certain wildflower season is likely the reason for the "Colorful Colorado" tagline after all!

https://crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.org/

https://www.coloradocraftedbox.com/blogs/news/the-8-best-wildflower-hikes-in-colorado

https://www.tacrentals.com/blog/2022/5/3/top-8-wildflower-hikes-in-colorado

https://seatosummit.com/blogs/adventure-tips/wildflower-hikes-colorado

-https://conps.org/home-2/resources/plants-habitats/subalpine-plants-and-habitats/#:~:text=The%20subalpine%20life%20zone%2C%20sometimes,moist%20meadows.

https://cdphe.colorado.gov/hm/prep-garage-products-for-disposal