10 Day Vacation in Colorado!

I'm about to go on a 10 day vacation to Colorado with one of my best friends. I'm maintaining currently and I would rather not gain any weight. I know that I will be active in Colorado,hiking,rafting etc. But I was wondering if a good way to monitor my weight would be to bring my tape measure with me. I want to enjoy myself and not stress too much about how I'm eating but I would also like to stay in control. Is this a good way to keep track? If anyone has any other tips, that would be great!  

last summer my hub and I went to Italy for vacation. I figured since it was once in a lifetime, I'd make the most of it and wouldn't spend a minute worrying about intake (but neither did I plan to be gluttonous)

We walked everywhere and ate fabulous pastries, pastas, pizzas, and gelato every day, and I didn't feel a tinge of uneasiness, just enjoyed the food, the experience.

When I got home and stepped on the scales, I weighed the EXACT same as I did before I left.

My advice would be: be sensible about portions, aim for a healthier option when eating out, and just enjoy! You said you'll be very active, so it should all balance out :)

Have a great trip!

I wouldn't bring a tape measure... you said that you'd be walking a lot. I know that when I exercise my legs the measurements temporarily become larger. This retention could easily cause you to freak out and ruin your trip! :P I'd say don't bother; make healthy choices, engage in active entertainment, enjoy yourself, and come home satisfied and ready to continue your healthy lifestyle. :)