The next stop on my May roadtrip was Colorado, which has long been in my sights. I spent a night in southern Colorado just outside of Great Sand Dunes. This leg of the trip turned out to be a bit of an intense experience. I ultimately decided to share about it because I think it can serve as an important reminder about safety and responsibility on the trail. Please hike smart and be prepared to help not only yourself but others. Take good care, friends. Thanks for watching ❤︎ Support and learn more about the Alamosa Volunteer Search & Rescue https://www.avsar.us/ ** This video is NOT monetized and there are NO affiliate/referral links in this video’s description ** Explored: Mosca, Colorado Zapata Falls Recreation Area https://bit.ly/44HwPGW Great Sand Dunes National Park https://bit.ly/3NQh4X4 May 2023 Camped: Sandhill Desert Ranch (Hipcamp) https://bit.ly/3rou3Yy Hiked: South Zapata Lake Trail https://bit.ly/3pMwG67 High Dune Trail https://bit.ly/46HnqRl Helpful Apps: All Trails https://bit.ly/3CtMbnA iOverlander https://bit.ly/3dTFErZ Hiking Day Pack: Gregory Maya 16 Pack https://amzn.to/3NRvDJU Osprey Mira 22 Hydration Pack https://bit.ly/44Hpc2S Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Trekking Poles https://bit.ly/44HNYjs Garmin inReach Mini https://bit.ly/3XQ1foc Bear Deterrent Spray https://bit.ly/3OagRzq Kershaw Cyro II Pocket Knife https://amzn.to/3pHTGDa Hiker Medical Kit https://bit.ly/3pDxOJk Compass https://amzn.to/3PQM6AQ Emergency Blanket https://bit.ly/3JVwOXU Stormproof Match Kit https://bit.ly/44ovcOC OLIGHT Warrior Mini Flashlight https://amzn.to/3NNkRV5 Anker Portable Charger https://amzn.to/3rnhJrJ I also try to carry a paper version of a map of the region I’m hiking if it’s available, as well as extra layers, plenty of water, and food. Hiking Wear: Patagonia Tank https://bit.ly/3O5Zf7P Arc’teryx Jacket https://bit.ly/3D863eL Maui Jim Sunglasses https://amzn.to/3rhpoaK Altra Olympus 5 Low GX Hiking Shoes https://bit.ly/43gOkg0 Car Stuff: WeatherTech Window Shades https://bit.ly/3hDFFQj Mesh Car Window Shades https://amzn.to/43s92cF Jackery Explorer 1000 https://amzn.to/3rodv2U Travel Foldable Electric Kettle https://amzn.to/3rkRlOZ Sven Ceramics https://bit.ly/3pS1h21 Music from Epidemic Sound A Day in the Life of a Tree by Paper Twins Other Places To Find Me: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/withwonder Instagram - http://instagram.com/_withwonder_ * This video is not monetized. This is not a sponsored video. All opinions are genuinely my own. *