High Altitude Preparedness...Colorado Style

ColoradoVacationFun.com is a breath of fresh air. The color scheme and graphics convey what the name suggests..fun! However there are some hidden dangers. 'Colorado-Vacations with Altitude' is a wonderfully well-written and informative piece.

Colorado Vacation Fun gives you tips on acclimating yourself and your pet to different altitudes. You learn that AMS is 'Acute Mountain Sickness', which you should be aware of since Colorado has the highest mean altitude in all of the US States. No matter how 'in-shape' you think you are you can still be affected by AMS. We are given a comprehensive list of symptoms to look out for while you vacation in Colorado.

Colorado Vacation Fun tells us that even in the Denver metro area (which is an average of 1 mile high/5,280 ft) People can experience AMS symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, nosebleeds, a flu-like feeling, peripheral edema (swelling of hands, feet, and face), nausea, rapid pulse, and/or lack of appetite. We are cautioned to seek medical advice if the symptoms worsen.

I learned, that because the air is thinner, you can sunburn much more easily at the higher altitudes. Best tip: don't rush it, make sure you and your pet are well hydrated and don't' forget to stop to acclimate yourself to the new altitude. 

Above all, have fun on your Colorado Vacation!