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M E N TA L WELLNESS IN THE M O U N TA I N S
Becoming a Mountain Mama
Your Guide to Mushroom Foraging
Trail Running Safety Tips
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hello from our publisher
Journey Publisher Jaunt Media Collective
“The only thing that is ultimately real about your journey is the step that you are taking at this moment. That’s all there ever is.” ECKHART TOLLE
Editor-In-Chief Kim Fuller Managing Editor Lexi Reich Assistant Editor Lauren Farrauto Creative Director Chelsea Connolly Creative Consultants Kitty Nicholason + Robyn Britt Partnerships Bobby L’Heureux
JUST AS MOUNTAINS are climbed one step at a time, narratives are written as moments are woven together, piece by piece. The articles in this “journey” issue inspire deep discovery and exploration of the Vail Valley, from thoroughly sourced features to eloquent personal essays. With every stride forward, we move in the direction of transformation, because it’s quite true that the only constant is change. From starting businesses and starting families, to adventuring in the local backcountry or around the world — every journey reminds us that we are always shifting from one state of being to another. “Your Guide to Mushroom Foraging in the Vail Valley” on page 82 was not only the impetus for this issue’s cover, captured by the amazing Abby Dykes; it was also a reminder to take more time along every journey to look a little more closely — you never know what’s just under a fallen pinecone on the forest floor. The more challenging steps of individuals and entire communities are also taken here. “Mental Wellness in the Mountains” on page 98 unearths the reality of many who are struggling — your friends, neighbors, kids, partners. When living in this world can feel uncertain and
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Digital Editor Kristen Grace Intern Riley Tedesco Contributors Townsend Bessent, Kristen Blizzard, Whitney Brofos, Julia Clarke, Tom Cohen, Abby Dykes, Kaitlin Emig, Sandy Ferguson Fuller, Kim Fuller, Kristen Grace, Courtney Holden, Kira Johnson, Ayla Katsorchis, Laura Lieff, Cameron Martindell, Laura Mills, Kimberly Nicolletti, Madison Rahhal, Lexi Reich, Maddie Rhodes, Becca Saulsberry, Jace Stout, Riley Tedesco, Tracey Van Curran ,T.J. Voboril, Jennifer Weintraub, Agostina Zampieri, Ian Zinner Cover Photographer Abby Dykes Website coveredbridgevail.com Social @coveredbridgemag Partnership Opportunities Email bobby@jauntmediacollective.com or call 815.414.9642 Proudly produced + printed in Colorado.
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Dear Readers,
overwhelming, stories of transformation and growth provide us with hope. Find uplift on page 28 with “Biohack Longevity: How to Live Healthier + Happier,” and Corrie Crane’s impressive path of sobriety and training for Leadville’s “Race Across the Sky” on page 30. This issue is full of resources for you, from postpartum tips for mountain mamas (page 46) and co-parenting goals for families (page 44), along with nods to notable gear, local style, art and food, plus tips for visiting nearby and faraway destinations. We make magazines, because we know the power of authentic storytelling isn’t lost on humanity, just as an epic quest and even a walk around the block can leave someone changed. So, valued readers, keep turning the pages, and be sure to enjoy the journey.
Community Engagement Laura Mills
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FROM THE PUBLISHER Journey
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CONTRIBUTORS
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14 ABOUT THE COVER Q&A with Abby Dykes 16
VOICES OF THE VALLEY Thoughts on “Journey”
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VALLEY HAPPENINGS. + The Barn: New Aerial Arts Studio in Minturn + Vail Valley Unbound + Feel the Momentum Behind Mountain Pride
22 VALLEY BUSINESS Peak Microgreens 26 MOUNTAIN LIVING Mountain Careers 28 WELLNESS + FITNESS + Biohack Longevity to Live Happier + Healthier 30 ATHLETE PROFILE Corrie Crane’s Journey to the “Race Across the Sky” 32 GEAR FOR THE SEASON + Summer + Fall 2023 + Gear for Lil’ Rippers 38 ADVENTURE Trail Running Safety Tips for Colorado’s Backcountry 42 GRAND OUTDOORS Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance 44 FAMILY + COMMUNITY + Co-Parenting in a Competitive Community + Tips for Mountain Mamas 48 NOURISH + Recipes from Tracey Van Curan, Foods of Vail + Restaurant Spotlight: Social Oak, Eagle
62 ART + MUSIC + Art by Agostina + Your Robot Overlords
70 MAKER Sunward: Carrie Calvin’s “Magic Combinations” 72 ROAD TRIP Local Summer Escape to Silverthorne
+ Local Column: Eat With Your Hands
106 EVENTS Summer + Fall 2023
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110 DINING GUIDE Eat Local 112 PARTING SHOT Illustration by Sandy Ferguson Fuller
MUSHROOM FORAGING Your Guide In + Around the Vail Valley
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LESSONS FROM THE JOURNEY Reflections from a Humbling Day on the Halo Ridge Loop
+ Isla Holbox: Mexican Seaside Escape 104 LIVE LIKE A LOCAL Erik Brofos
60 BOOK CLUB The Blues Go Birding
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76 GETAWAY + Break Clear Away in Yosemite
+ Restaurant Spotlight: Montauk Seafood Grill, Vail
58 CHEERS + Cocktail Feature: Figgie Smalls from Revel Lounge
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66 STYLE FOR THE SEASON Transitional + Trendy: Local Boutiques Share Mountain Style
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HAPPY TRAILS The Piney Lake Journey
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MENTAL WELLNESS IN THE MOUNTAINS Healing a Community From Within
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1. Whitney Brofos Photographer bywhitneyrae.com 2. Jennifer Weintraub Writer + Photographer @the.outdoorista 3. Sandy Ferguson Fuller Writer, Editor, Illustrator + Photographer alparts.com
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10. Laura Lieff Writer @lieff_ink 11. Courtney Holden Writer @courtneysoltys 12. T.J. Voboril Writer @tjvobo 13. Cameron Martindell Writer @offyonder 14. Kimberly Nicoletti Writer kimberlynicoletti.com 15. Lexi Reich Managing Editor + Writer lexireich.com 16. Lisa Blake Writer @lisablakecreative.com 17. Townsend Bessent Photographer @townephoto
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