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Summit 2026: Honoring 250 Years of America and 150 Years of Colorado Statehood

2026 marks a massive double milestone for the state and the country, and Colorado Mountain Club plans to celebrate in the most Colorado way possible.

End of the Trail: In Memory of Our Dedicated Members & their lasting legacy

In memory of our dedicated members, this page serves as a place to share remembrances and obituary notices of those who were part of the Colorado Mountain Club community. Their contributions, friendships, and love of the outdoors remain an important part of our shared history.

VOM: Joanne Young

Nominated by the Membership Staff, Joanne has been an invaluable asset to our front office!

Are you ready to hike a 14er?

Climbing a Colorado 14er is an inspiring goal, and one that starts with an honest self-assessment. Through the Summit 2026 project, we are helping more people experience Colorado’s peaks safely. The first step? Understanding where you are today, so you can choose a route that sets you up for success. This guide is based on the same self-screening questions we use to help participants prepare for high-altitude hikes.

Repeating The Great Colorado Fourteener Climb

In 1976, over 645 Coloradans summited all 54 fourteeners in a single day to mark Colorado's 100th birthday. Half a century later, the Colorado Mountain Club is helping make it happen again — for every Coloradan.

So You Want to Hike a 14er?

Whether you’re new to Colorado or new to hiking, you’ve probably heard people mention 14ers.

CMC Seasonal Stewardship Trail Crews Plan to Hit the Ground Running

Conservation Coordinator Joey Lancia provides an outlook for the upcoming summer Stewardship season.

June 2026 Events at CMC Basecamp

Join us at CMC Basecamp in Golden, CO this June and discover your next great adventure with Colorado Mountain Club!

Answer the Call: Help guide the future of Colorado's mountains

For more than 100 years, Colorado Mountain Club has connected people to Colorado’s landscapes by building skills, fostering community, and standing up for the places that inspire us all. From our earliest days to today, CMC has thrived because dedicated members stepped forward to lead with vision, care, and commitment.

Website Update: New Tools for Leaders

The CMC website has received three targeted updates that directly affect how you lead and manage activities. Whether you're setting up a new trip, reviewing who's applied, or helping a co-leader post their own version of a popular outing, these changes are designed to save you time and reduce confusion.

Friends and Family Deal with Expert Voice for Leaders: 5/13 - 6/11

May 2026 Events at CMC Basecamp

Discover your next great adventure with Colorado Mountain Club! Join us at CMC Basecamp in Golden, CO this May.

Accessing Trip Feedback

Joining conservation stakeholders on an EcoFlight

CMC Conservation Coordinator Joey Lancia joined EcoFlight, Winter Wildlands Alliance, and other stakeholders on a flight around the Upper Gunnison River Basin.

March Risk Management Corner

WHAT IS LEADER'S PERMISSION?

Learn about how Leader's Permission works for both leaders and participants in CMC activities.

April Risk Management: Preventative Search and Rescue

The Importance of Trip Feedback

April 2026 Events at CMC Basecamp

Discover your next great adventure with Colorado Mountain Club! Join us at CMC Basecamp in Golden, CO this April.

Do Something Good for Yourself – Attend a CMC Hiking Safety Seminar

Update: Activity Standards

Thanks for Coming to the 2026 Banff Film Festival

The 2026 Banff Film Festival in Denver was a success! Thanks for joining us. Check out photos from the event.

Exciting Updates Coming to CMC.org on March 23rd

Since the launch of CMC.org in 2022, the Colorado Mountain Club team has been actively collecting feedback from members, volunteers, and staff on how to improve the website's navigation and usability.