Duane L. Coker | Journey Monkeys https://journeymonkeys.com It's not about the destination, it's about the journey. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 20:35:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://journeymonkeys.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-jm-favicon-1.png Duane L. Coker | Journey Monkeys https://journeymonkeys.com 32 32 10 Essential Tips for Budget-Friendly Travel https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/04/10-essential-tips-for-budget-friendly-travel/ https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/04/10-essential-tips-for-budget-friendly-travel/#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2024 20:35:46 +0000 https://journeymonkeys.com/?p=1001217 Hey there, fellow journeyers! Are you itching to explore the world but worried about your wallet? Fear not! I’ve got you covered with 10 essential tips for budget-friendly travel along with a BONUS tip that might surprise you.  Get ready to embark on an adventure without breaking the bank! 10 Budget-Friendly Travel Tips Be flexible […]

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]]> https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/04/10-essential-tips-for-budget-friendly-travel/feed/ 1 Uphill Skiing and Splitboarding at Telluride: Your Next Winter Adventure! https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/uphill-skiing-and-splitboarding-at-telluride-your-next-winter-adventure/ https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/uphill-skiing-and-splitboarding-at-telluride-your-next-winter-adventure/#comments Wed, 28 Feb 2024 23:20:48 +0000 https://journeymonkeys.com/?p=1001200 Hey fellow mountain enthusiasts! If you’re anything like me, the thrill of ascending a snowy peak on skins or a splitboard, followed by the euphoric descent, is what winter dreams are made of. Today, I’m excited to share with you all about uphill skiing and splitboarding at the iconic Telluride Ski Resort in Colorado. Whether […]

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]]> https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/uphill-skiing-and-splitboarding-at-telluride-your-next-winter-adventure/feed/ 3 The Ultimate Guide to Layering for Backcountry Splitboarding and Skiing https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/the-ultimate-guide-to-layering-for-backcountry-split-boarding-and-skiing/ https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/the-ultimate-guide-to-layering-for-backcountry-split-boarding-and-skiing/#comments Tue, 27 Feb 2024 20:35:26 +0000 https://journeymonkeys.com/?p=1168 Hey there, fellow backcountry enthusiasts! If you’re like me, you know that a day in the backcountry is about as good as it gets. But to make the most of our adventures, staying warm and dry is key.  That’s where the art of layering for backcountry adventures comes in. Let’s break down the essentials of […]

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]]> https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/the-ultimate-guide-to-layering-for-backcountry-split-boarding-and-skiing/feed/ 5 Brazilian Amazon Peacock Bass Fishing with Ron Speed Jr. Adventures https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/amazon-peacock-bass-fishing-in-brazil/ https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/amazon-peacock-bass-fishing-in-brazil/#comments Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:53:31 +0000 https://journeymonkeys.com/?p=857 It was sometime during my college days, when money was tight to nonexistent, but the call of adventure was ringing loudly, that I first saw a fishing show about fishing for the amazing Amazon Peacock Bass. I had probably just finished watching another awesome episode of the Walker Cay Chronicles (if you never absorbed an […]

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]]> https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/amazon-peacock-bass-fishing-in-brazil/feed/ 1 Discovering Crested Butte, Colorado: A Year-Round Adventure https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/discovering-crested-butte-colorado-a-year-round-adventure/ https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/discovering-crested-butte-colorado-a-year-round-adventure/#respond Tue, 13 Feb 2024 18:10:17 +0000 https://journeymonkeys.com/?p=1139 Ah, Crested Butte – a hidden Gunnison Valley gem nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and my home away from home these past 6 years. Discovering Crested Butte, whether in the winter or summer, is a true delight! This quaint, picturesque town transforms with the seasons, offering an array of activities […]

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]]> https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/discovering-crested-butte-colorado-a-year-round-adventure/feed/ 0 The Aspen to Crested Butte Winter Traverse: An epic backcountry ski and splitboard hut trip https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/the-aspen-to-crested-butte-winter-traverse-an-epic-backcountry-ski-and-splitboard-hut-trip/ https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/the-aspen-to-crested-butte-winter-traverse-an-epic-backcountry-ski-and-splitboard-hut-trip/#respond Tue, 06 Feb 2024 16:30:04 +0000 https://journeymonkeys.com/?p=1115 A backcountry ski and splitboard hut trip is all about disconnecting from the daily grind and connecting with the awe-inspiring beauty of the high mountains during winter. Several buddies and I started exploring the winter backcountry a few years back and, as our skills increased a bit, we’ve been looking for a longer adventure than […]

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]]> https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/the-aspen-to-crested-butte-winter-traverse-an-epic-backcountry-ski-and-splitboard-hut-trip/feed/ 0 Mountain High, Dining Delight: Discovering the Culinary Gems of Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/mountain-high-dining-delight-discovering-the-culinary-gems-of-gunnison-and-crested-butte-colorado/ https://journeymonkeys.com/2024/02/mountain-high-dining-delight-discovering-the-culinary-gems-of-gunnison-and-crested-butte-colorado/#respond Thu, 01 Feb 2024 19:49:30 +0000 https://journeymonkeys.com/?p=1083 Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado, are not just havens for outdoor enthusiasts – hikers, mountain bikers, skiers, snowboarders, splitboarders, and all manner of backcountry enthusiasts – both towns also boast a vibrant culinary scene that’s a delight for foodies like us! Here’s a roundup of a few must-visit culinary gems of Gunnison and Crested Butte […]

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