Life as a CMC Stewardship Crew Member
CMC Brainard Lake Stewardship Crew Member Eli Mears shares what it is like to be on a trail crew and the importance of the conservation work CMC's crews do.
Upcoming Events
Thu, Jul 16, 2026
Hiking – Grand Mesa - Mesa Top
Mesa top Trail has the best wildflowers on the Mesa.
Thu, Jul 16, 2026
Rock Climb – Red Rock Canyon Open Space
After Work Rock Climb, in Colorado Springs, meet at 4:30pm or after -- Must have earned CMC's "Intermediate Rock Climbing Badge" or equivalent to sign-up. Will recommend a different climbing crag each time; but take consensus of the group for crag at meeting location.
Thu, Jul 16, 2026
Octo Hike – Pavilion Point from Guanella Pass Road
From the trailhead at 9500’ off Guanella Pass Road by Leavenworth Creek Road, follow roads and old trails up to ridge east of Leavenworth, and follow road around ridge to Pavilion Point.
Thu, Jul 16, 2026
Hiking – Grand Mesa - Mesa Top
Mesa Top is known for the best wildflowers on the Mesa. We will hike 8 miles in and out to experience the bloom.
Thu, Jul 16, 2026
Hiking – Brainard Lake Recreation Area - Isabelle Glacier
A moderate hike from Brainard Lake to Lake Isabelle and beyond to Isabelle Glacier. This area has great views, and great wildflowers.
