With TihsreeD Lodge being at 9,000 ft, life is different...

Dealing With Altitude:

Land above 8,000 feet is considered high altitude, but those coming from sea level often experience symptoms of altitude sickness at 5,000 or 6,000 feet. At higher elevations, you take in less oxygen with each breath.  Symptoms of altitude sickness include headache, shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite and trouble sleeping.  For most people, symptoms will resolve on their own in a few days.  Rest, drinking plenty of water and eating a balanced diet can help you feel better.  Some people, however, will develop serious complications of altitude sickness, including mental confusion, difficulty breathing at rest and fluid in the lungs.  This is a dangerous condition.  If you experience these symptoms or your milder altitude sickness doesn't resolve, retreat to a lower altitude and see a doctor immediately.

Things to Remember When Visiting High Altitude:

Denver is 5,280 feet (1 mile high) above sea level and TihsreeD Lodge is 9,000 feet above sea level, which is to say that some visitors may feel the effects of the altitude right away.  We encourage you to drink plenty of water to help you adjust to the altitude!  It is always better to be over hydrated than under hydrated. 4-6 liters of water is ideal.  You should typically drink 2 times the water you normally drink if you are not use to higher elevations.

Altitude Tips:

1. DRINK WATER! - Before your trip to our wedding, and while you are here, drinking plenty of water is the number one way to help your body adjust easily to our higher altitude. The low humidity in Colorado keeps the air dry, like the desert, so you need about twice as much water here as you would drink at home.

2. Monitor Your Alcohol Intake - In Colorado’s rarified air, golf balls go ten percent farther… and so do cocktails. Alcoholic drinks pack more of a wallop than at sea level. It is recommended that you go easy on the alcohol in the mountains, as its effects will feel stronger here.

3. Eat Foods High in Potassium - Foods such as broccoli, bananas, avocado, cantaloupe, celery, greens, bran, chocolate, granola, dates, dried fruit, potatoes and tomatoes will help you replenish electrolytes by balancing salt intake.

4. Watch Your Physical Activity - The effects of exercise are more intense here. If you normally run 10 miles a day at home, you might try 6 miles in Colorado.

5. Moisturize - The air at higher elevations may also be much drier than what you’re accustomed to. It may deplete moisture from your skin to a painful degree. Use soap with a moisturizer like aloe, and rub lotion all over your skin while it’s still a little wet from bathing. Lips and hands will need moisturizing balm applied several times a day.

6. Pack for Sun - With less water vapor in the air at this altitude, the sky really is bluer in Colorado. But there's 25 percent less protection from the sun, so sunscreen is a must. Denver receives over 300 days of sunshine each year (more than San Diego or Miami). Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm… even in winter.

7. Dress in LAYERS – We can’t stress this one enough. Two days before your trip to Colorado, check the weather and use this information to pack appropriately.  Because Colorado is closer to the sun, it can feel much warmer than the actual temperature during the daytime, but then become very chilly after sundown, particularly in the Spring and Fall. It is best to layer your clothing.

Also, consider your footwear as TihsreeD Lodge is very hilly and you may want more comfortable shoes to get around. 

8. Enjoy Yourself - Don't let anything you hear about the mile-high altitude scare you. The air is just thinner and dryer. In fact, many people with respiratory problems move to Colorado for the benefits of the dry air. Just follow these simple tips and you will very likely not even notice the difference.