Angie Henn, Feb. 15, 1918-May 5, 2012Angie Chapman Henn, 94, passed away May 5th in Montrose, CO. She is survived by her husband of nearly 70 years, Roger also of Montrose, and her three children, Frank C. Henn and wife Janet of Brandon, MS, Patty Ratliff and husband Stephen of Ouray, CO and Alan Henn and wife Linda of Starkville, MS. She had five grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren, and one surviving sister, Edith Sessums with husband David, of Byram, MS. Photo right: Angie and Roger Henn on their 65th wedding anniversary in 2007. See "Obituaries" for more details. Read more...
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Nordic Council member Karen Risch. To reach Ironton, travel south on Hwy. 550 for approximately nine miles. Trailhead parking can be found near the intersection of County Road 20. The Portland Creek area off Hwy. 550 in the Uncompahgre National Forest and the nearby Amphitheater Campground Road are also good places to snowshoe when there is sufficient snowfall, Risch adds. Joe Salette of Ouray Mountain Sports suggests going to the top of Red Mountain pass on Hwy. 550 for snowshoeing. There are avalanche-free places to hike on the east side of the pass, he advises. And the snow is good there through the end of March. The Weehawken Trail off Camp Bird Road is also fine for hiking with snowshoes, Salette says. Another area that is good for snowshoeing is off County Road 31 just past Ironton, says Salette. There is an old railroad bed in that location, which is very scenic, he says. While some people may be put off by the idea of wearing what may look like cumbersome snowshoes, recent improvements in their design have made them more user-friendly. The bindings of MSR Lightning snowshoes have been reworked for easier and more secure use. And the bear claw pattern of Red Feather snowshoes helps hikers step lightly along the trail. Ouray Mountain Sports has the popular Tubbs brand of snowshoes available for rent or purchasing. “They’re so user-friendly in the wilderness,” says Salette. There are several styles of Tubbs snowshoes available, depending on the kind of snow that hikers anticipate encountering. Styles with larger crampons on the bottom are good for deep snow. And there are all-around styles such as the Venture model that give middle-ground traction. To keep hikers dry and comfortable, it is always good to wear a pair of gaiters, which are waterproof coverings for the lower leg and ankles. Poles for stabilization are also accessories that many hikers use while snowshoeing. Snowshoes can be attached to almost any hiking boot, or even running shoes, but it’s advisable for footgear to be waterproof, unless you are wearing overboots like Neos. Because snowshoeing is a distinctly aerobic activity that uses lots of energy, it’s always wise for hikers to carry snacks and plenty of water with them in daypacks. And don’t forget to wear warm wool socks and gloves designed for active outdoor adventure. Happy snowshoeing! |
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