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James Pulfer II

Colorado Native having spent a few years in Montana. An extreme snowboarder who enjoys rock climbing, fly fishing and mountain biking among other things. Lift Operations veteran of nine winter seasons at resorts such as Big Sky, Crested Butte, Telluride and Powderhorn.

Woman Struck By Black Bear While Running, Lucky To Be Alive

A Manitoba woman was struck by a surprised black bear while out running with her dogs last Monday afternoon. The incident took place in Riding Mountain National Park, on the Moon Lake trail about 150 miles from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She was out running with her 4 dogs just ahead of her, off-leash. Erin McKenzie was running a 6+ mile loop […]

James Pulfer | July 20, 2020
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Man Saves Coyote Pup From Drowning, Then They Raft 10 Days Together

A good samaritan on a multi-day rafting trip saved a coyote pup’s life and brought it to the proper authorities once they returned to civilization. The man is known only as “Justin” from a Facebook post by the “Wildlife Rehabilitation Society of Saskatchewan“, where the pup was first brought to be rehabilitated. Related: Tales From The Road: To Kill a […]

James Pulfer | July 17, 2020
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Attention Bicycle Touring Enthusiasts – Put This New 1,300-Mile Route On Your Radar

There is a new 1,287.7 mile bike route that will take you on a journey through some absolutely amazing country. This route includes 2 National Parks, a National Monument, a National Memorial, National Forests, and some spectacular mountain ranges. It’s named the P.P.P. or “Parks, Peaks and Prairies” bicycle route. This new route brings you from West Yellowstone, MT all […]

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James Pulfer | July 16, 2020
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Proposed Land Swap Would Add 500-Acres of New Terrain to Ultra-Exclusive Yellowstone Club, MT

A citizen proposed land swap could bring a 500-acre expansion of extreme ski terrain to the coveted Yellowstone Club in Montana. Yellowstone Club provides private ski-in access to Big Sky Resort in the Madison Mountain range of SW Montana. The land swap has been in the works for the last 12 months between public land users and private landowners. Related: […]

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James Pulfer | July 15, 2020
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Happy Campers Sleep Better: Studies Show Health Benefits of Sleeping Outdoors

Camping is a great activity that is relatively cheap and quite enjoyable. It gives you a chance to slow down and be one with nature and your surroundings. Whether it’s just to escape the hustle and bustle of the city or to put you in position for the alpine start you need for one of your climbing projects. Camping can […]

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James Pulfer | July 10, 2020
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World’s Tallest Artificial Climbing Wall Completed: Almost Ready For Send

Copenhill, home to the world’s tallest artificial climbing wall. New Atlas Amager Bakke waste incinerator plant, which is already home to Denmark’s tallest artificial ski slope (Copenhill), is now home to a world’s tallest creation. In November 2019 they completed construction of the world’s tallest artificial climbing wall, but the powers that be decided not to place climbing holds on […]

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James Pulfer | July 10, 2020
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A Perfect Storm? Rollerblade Sales Soar Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Rollerblade sales in the months of March, April, and May are up significantly. A perfect storm of calling for increased stock coming into the spring and summer months and the exact timing of large numbers of people being out of work due to coronavirus has led to sales numbers being up more than 300% since the beginning of March! The […]

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James Pulfer | July 2, 2020
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LOW LANDERS BEWARE! “H.A.P.E.”- The #1 Killer at Altitude

High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (H.A.P.E.), typically occurs when persons from low altitude residence climb rapidly to elevations greater than 8,000 ft. above sea level (rare cases have been recorded at even lower elevations). Initial symptoms of H.A.P.E consist of a non-productive cough paired with reduced performance upon exertion.  H.A.P.E. can be avoided in most cases when recognized early and corrective […]

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James Pulfer | February 2, 2020
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