Dress in Layers, and Keep it Simple
It's cooler in the mountains than on the plains, so dress in layers as you ascend above 6,000 feet, even in the summertime. Don't forget to bring a jacket for the evening, the temperature will drop 20 degrees when the sun goes down. Best time for planning outdoor activities is before 4:00 pm -- late afternoon showers can be commonplace in the summer (unless we're having one of our drought years). Sturdy walking/hiking shoes if you're planning on visiting the mountains, and don't forget your socks. Best to wear long pants, not shorts, in the mountains, due to the possibility of tics. SUNSCREEN! The altitude is higher, and the air is thinner -- so the exposure to harm from the strong sunlight is increased, also. Even when there is snow on the ground, you can still get burned as the sun reflects off of it. BUG SPRAY if you're going to be outside a lot, that's a must, especially by any...
