Sarah Shaw
Contributing Writer
Sarah Chase Shaw - David Clifford Photography
Sarah Chase Shaw is a landscape architect and freelance writer. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Smith College and a master of landscape architecture from Cornell University. Originally from Flagstaff, Arizona, Sarah has travelled extensively around the Southwestern U.S. She currently resides in Aspen, Colorado. She is the author of New Gardens for the American West: Residential Landscapes of Design Workshop. She has published numerous articles in magazines including Western Art & Architecture, Urban Land, and Homestead Magazine.
Latest Articles
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Birding with Children
Children love to watch birds. There is a substantial wow-factor involved with watching their eating and nesting habits, and comparing their colors and sizes.
Feb 1, 2010
- Sarah Shaw
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Ski Snowmass at Aspen
Snowmass contains more terrain than Aspen's other three mountains combined. Family-friendly cruisers combine with cliffs and steep terrain to form a memorable experience.
Nov 6, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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Skiing or Snowboarding Aspen Highlands
Known for its steep terrain and more recently, the Highlands Bowl, Aspen Highlands offers an informal alternative for skiers and boarders looking for an alpine challenge.
Oct 1, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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A Family Ski Vacation in Aspen/Snowmass
Incentives abound for families visiting ski resorts this winter. From travel and lodging, to transfers and lift tickets, discounts exist, even in Aspen.
Sep 17, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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A Family Hike in the Roaring Fork Valley
A recommended outing for hikers of all ages, this trail accesses two lakes, good fishing, and some of the best high alpine scenery in the Rocky Mountains.
Sep 8, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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Reducing Human and Bear Conflict
The neighborhoods and houses of Aspen have become easy pickings for garbage-dependent bears. Bear Aware campaigns urge residents to keep the bears at bay.
Sep 6, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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Black Bears Roam Wild in Glitzy Aspen
In Aspen, human and bear conflicts continue to escalate. A lack of natural food sources is forcing bears into houses, businesses, and unfortunately, traps.
Sep 2, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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Ski and Snowboard Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen
Known as the home of the Winter EXPN X Games, Buttermilk is a gentle mountain, with wide-open trails that are perfect for beginner skiers and families.
Aug 26, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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Road Biking in the Aspen-Snowmass Area, Colorado
Pick a day, a ride, and a friend. The roads are winding and steep, the possibilities are endless, the scenery is spectacular, and the exercise is intense.
Aug 25, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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Fall Planting Combinations
Perennial gardens finish with a bang in autumn. Hot colors, made more intense by the changes in sun angle, render a garden complete for the season.
Aug 25, 2009
- Sarah Shaw
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