After a chilly morning of hiking, I found myself daydreaming. I fantasized that I could change the world by doing something I love to do. I pretended that every step I took while hiking meant that I was making the earth a better place.

I sighed as I came to the realistic conclusion that this, like a lot of my thoughts, would remain a pipedream. It’s interesting how life works. Between the conclusion of my hike and trying to find a cafe to have breakfast, I came upon the most inspiring coffee shop in Evergreen.

There is a locally owned company that’s fighting to decrease the environmental impact of worldwide coffee production. How so? Through roasting eco-friendly, naturally processed coffees, while operating with the highest environmental and social standards possible.

The first thing that grabbed my attention was its name, bivouac. The second thing that convinced me to place an order, was the cozy welcome I received. The icing on the cake was discovering the story behind their business. Between my love for Colorado, nature, and writing, I was hooked!

Bivouac isn’t just about some of the best coffees and lattes in the Rocky Mountains. If you want to find some of the best outdoor recreation activities in Evergreen, be a part of solving the coffee-water problem that no one talks about, and help support non-profits, this is where you go while you’re in Evergreen. Add it to your itinerary now.

Options include coffees from Brazil, Honduras, Ethiopia, Tanzania (Kilimanjaro), and the Dominican Republic. Chai is also available, as are dairy alternatives. Make sure you grab a bag of your own sustainable coffee beans to brew at home. Trust me, you are going to want a bag.

I may not be able to change the world every time I go for a hike, but by supporting a place like bivouac, I know that I am doing my part. The thing is, anyone can talk and think about changing or having a positive impact on the world. How many actually go through with it? That’s what I found most inspiring about bivouac. It’s not just a conversation or coffee.

Isn’t it remarkable when you can contribute to a global solution by simply drinking an aroma-filled cup of joy? At bivouac, they’re not just bringing people together through coffee, they’re helping to save the planet in the process.

For more information on bivouac check out: https://bivouac.coffee/. They are located at 1552 Bergen Parkway, Unit 303, Evergreen, Colorado, 80439, 720-588-8761.