Western States covered in Smoke

Smoke seems to be a normal thing anymore around here in the summer. Just depends on where the fires are and weather especially the winds. It can be smokey enough that you cant even see the front range for today then the next day clear as a bell then a few days later very hazy again. I sure wouldn't let it keep me from seeing this great country. Sort of like hiking in the mountains here and rain. Up high there is generally a chance for rain almost daily. You don't want to take the chance of getting wet well then your hiking is going to be very minimal. My wife and 8 year old grandson just spent 3 weeks on the Colorado Trail from about Creede To Tennessee Pass. Out of 21 days they got rained on 16 days from just a few minutes to hours long from sprinkles to downpours. You cant let that type of stuff stop you from doing things. You just have to buck up and go with it. It adds to the story and experience. Sometimes it is a real bummer but other times those conditions can create some real neat stuff as someone mentioned great sunsets or the like. The main thing is to get out and do it. I for one would much rather get rained on in the mountains or see a hazy vista than be sitting in my living room dry watching tv or reading but that is me, it wont be for everyone.