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CMC Receives Grant to Overhaul Club Archives

CMC Receives Grant to Overhaul Club Archives

The Colorado Mountain Club has received a $5,000 grant from the Colorado Historical Advisory Board that will allow us to digitize and rediscover our history over the next year.

Colorado Backcountry: To Ski or Not to Ski

For those of you thinking about adding backcountry skiing to your repertoire, here’s what you should know before investing.

4 Quick (and Dirty) Tips for Spring Hiking in Colorado

4 Quick (and Dirty) Tips for Spring Hiking in Colorado

by G. Jeff Golden CMC Marketing Manager   1. Be Prepared for Varied Terrain Spring as known as mud season in the high country, and for good reason. There’s a lot of it. Your boots, socks and lower legs are …

Safety First: Some Tips for Planning a Backcountry Ski Trip

Safety First: Some Tips for Planning a Backcountry Ski Trip

By Donny Roth, Dynafit Athlete and Professional Ski Guide Don’t slip! Be careful! Be safe. How many times have you said these words? and yet, do they really help the situation? they elevate awareness levels, which might be good, but …