Once I got over the disappointment of not seeing you dressed as a nun...
I love your capsule! The colors are so vibrant!

I'm not much of an outdoors girl, but based on a (not very happy) real-life experience, you can never go wrong with a pocket-sized flashlight, with fresh batteries.

Gorgeous! I agree with others that you make gear look great! You are going to look great in your vacation photos!

You asked about rain gear and I wanted to recommend something other than the cheap ponchos they sell at camping supply stores. It's been my experience that they don't dry quickly, fit like a tent, tear easily and generally are a waste of money. I have a one-ply rain shell made by Columbia that packs down to about the size of a tennis ball. It has saved me more times than I can count.

Have a wonderful trip!

Are you kidding me? You look amazing in all that gear!!! You are rocking the blues & raspberries! This is so fun. Love it all. I hope you have a safe & adventurous trip. Wow - you've been productive. Want to come over to my house?

I echo everyone! You look fab in every outfit! I'm inspired. I'm heading out for a camping trip in a couple of days and haven't had time to give any of it a thought yet (but we camp fairly regularly.) My outfits are not coordinated, but we don't do the sight seeing it sounds like you'll be doing around other people. Have fun!

Bring DH's rain jacket, an extra layer that will fit over and under. I live in the Rockies and it can be 85 during the day and 38 at night this time of year. Also, I highly recommend going to TJ maxx or the nike store and picking up one of those very lightweight l/S running shirts ----- instead of a collared sun shirt I find those are the coolest for keeping sun off the chest and arms and can serve as an additional layer in the evening in a pinch while the sun-blockers can be hot and sticky. I hope your boots work out -- I personally find those "transitional" boots rub on me or cause foot cramps. Personally I do 90% of my hiking in snug spandex jeans (mine are snug in the behind and thighs and so they don't chafe the way loose hiking pants do) with a pair of military issue boots, and the other 10% in running tights with trail runners on.

You guys are awesome! I've gotten a boost of confidence from your encouragement, and some great advice that I still have (just) enough time to implement. I'm on countdown now, so I won't comment individually, but pleas know you're all fab to me!

WOW! You seriously nailed it, Beth Ann! Good call on the tech fabrics, colors, and mixing up the silhouettes. You'll look fab on those trails

I would add with Elly to add a collarless, long-sleeved running shirt or two. Unless you're worried about your neck (I just slather on sunscreen), it will be much cooler. The alpine sun is intense and scorchingly hot.

I'd also second the rain jacket, a fleece jacket or a comfy wool sweater; and some kind of base layer -- synthetic tech or smart wool . Avoid cotton for base layers. It holds moisture to your skin, not pleasant on a cold mountain night!

Keturah --- Estes park is gorgeous. I'm originally from the Pikes Peak area, but currently live in the SW corner of the state.

More excellent advice! Ketura, I'm taking bf jeans, but I'm adding in one more pair of pants -- either ponte (which can double for warm sleep wear, or a pair of Levi's straight leg. Going up to my room to decide right now..........having squared the kids away. My "kids" are 12, but they've never traveled like this before and boy child.....well, he needs some sartorial guidance.

Elly, I haven't made it to the SW corner yet. But I hear it's absolutely gorgeous! Pikes Peak is awesome too. I've been doing a lot of day trips this summer. So far I've made it to Leadville, Breckenridge, Vail, Idaho Springs, and a couple others. Really fun!