January/February 2011
EnCompass Magazine

  • Features:
    • Alaska 360
      A spectacular journey through three of Alaska’s well-known national parks. Experience the wildlife and a seldom-seen mountain via air, land and water.
      By Kerrick James.
    • Capturing the magic
      Take a close look at several of the photos that earned Eric Lindberg the title of Travel Photographer of the Year, and read tips on how to take your own top-quality travel photos.
      By Eric Lindberg.
    • The perfect Hawaiian wave
      You’ve always imagined being borne on the breast of an ocean wave as your trusty surfboard glides you to shore. Instead, you’re staring at a flat ocean and snorkelers are giggling at you. Planning ahead can make all the difference in finding the perfect wave.
      By Tracy Cabot and Marshall Whitfield.
    • Colorado Explorer
      Your Colorado guide to attractions, events, dining, shopping and all the rest this state has to offer. This issue’s featured topic: Guest ranches.
      Contributors include Brad Weismann, Linda DuVal and Claire Walter.
    • My Colorado
      Special Colorado memories by our readers. This issue: “The Big Thompson Flood.”
      By George Janson.
    • Photo contest
      See this issue’s winner: Butler Gulch wildflowers.
      By Daniel Ford.

    • Departments
      • In Every Issue

        • President's Message
          Keys2Drive, a new teen driving resource. By Tony DeNovellis.

        • Member Feedback
          • Fly versus drive
          • No natural silence
          • Oil-free Florida beaches
          • Correction
        • Safe Roads
          • Teen drivers: train them well
        • Travel Tips & Trends
          • Love in a cold climate
          • Time heals (East) Germany
          • Driving on snow and ice
          • Dr. Beach’s Top 10
          • Colorado GEM: Denver Art Museum
          • Handicap parking overseas
          • Air tickets: exact name only
          • Airport security: can you beat 32 seconds?
        • AutoTalk
          • All about oil
        • Know AAA
          • Save on home repairs
          • AAA apps: what’s new and cool
          • Free travel seminars
          • Automotive landmark, please
          • Membership benefit update