Snowmobiles on Wolf Creek Pass: Backcountry snowmobile guides Forest and Jaclyn Bramwell of Pagosa Springs brave wintry terrain to lead guests through forests filled with pristine seasonal splendor. Story and Photographs by Joshua Hardin / Ice and Steam in Ouray: Steam rises from the hot springs pool on one side of town, while on the other, climbers use ropes and axes to scale sheer walls of blue ice in Ouray, home of history, adventure – and an unforgettable bipedal dog named Dexter. By Matt Masich / Behind the Scenes at Breck: We meet members of the small army of employees whose dedicated work keeps Breckenridge Ski Resort running, from lift maintenance, to snowmaking, to snowcat operators. Story by Matt Masich, Photographs by Joe Kusumoto / Wildlife Pilots: Colorado Parks and Wildlife has a team of pilots who fly missions across the state to stock alpine lakes with fish and help biologists determine how many wild animals live in Colorado and what their migration patterns are. By Caroline Araiza
