Regional Groups
Front Range Groups include Denver, Boulder, Northern Colorado, Pikes Peak, and Friends of Colorado.
Wed, Jul 22, 2026
Hiking – Lake Ann
Hiking Trip
A beautiful lake nestled below 13ers, including the 3 Apostles, with good views of Huron
No Prerequisites
Thu, Jul 23, 2026
Hiking – Mt Evans B - In the Mosquito Range
Hiking Trip
There is still a Mt Evans in Colorado. A chance to climb it, and hike
No Prerequisites
Sat, Jul 25, 2026
ARC Pro Intermediate Self Rescue Field Day 1 – Castlewood Canyon State Park
Climbing Field trip: ARC Pro Intermediate Self Rescue
We will review the skills from the Basic Self Rescue class, then move into learning
No Prerequisites
Mon–Wed, Jul 27–29, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: American Lakes from La Poudre Pass TH
Backpacking Trip
A 3-day, 2-night out-and-back backpack from La Poudre Pass Trailhead follows the Grand Ditch Trail
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Thu, Jul 30, 2026
Rock Climb – Red Rock Canyon Open Space
Climbing Trip
After Work Rock Climb, in Colorado Springs, meet at 4:30pm or after -- Must have
No Prerequisites
Thu, Jul 30–Sat, Aug 1, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-DAY: Lake Evelyn from Lake Evelyn TH (Byers Peak Wilderness)
Backpacking Trip
This 3-day trip is an easy backpack to Lake Evelyn, with an optional 2nd day
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Fri, Jul 31–Sat, Aug 1, 2026
Summit 2026 – Mt Wilson/El Diente - Kilpacker Approach
Scrambling Trip
(OPEN ENROLLMENT) A special commemoration of 250/150 on Colorado Day to summit the state's 14ers.
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue, Aug 4, 2026
Bobcats trip – Interlaken Trail
Hiking Trip
Abandoned Sites Hike: This moderate out-and-back hike follows the shoreline of Twin Lakes to the
No Prerequisites
Wed, Aug 5, 2026
PPG Basic Rock Scrambling Zoom Class – CMC Zoom Lecture
Climbing Lecture: Basic Alpine Climbing
A one hour Zoom class reviewing rock scrambling fundamentals, gear, and hazards.
Prerequisites
Wed, Aug 5, 2026
Ascending Hikes – Mount Machebeuf
Hiking Trip
Ascending Hikes Section (AHS): This is a hike to the summit of Mount Machebeuf using
No Prerequisites
Thu, Aug 6, 2026
Rock Climb – Red Rock Canyon Open Space
Climbing Trip
After Work Rock Climb, in Colorado Springs, meet at 4:30pm or after -- Must have
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 8, 2026
Hiking – Mount Rosa
Hiking Trip
Plan for 5 miles from Parking area and return after summitting Mt. Rosa...extra mileage may
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 8, 2026
Hiking – Medicine Bow Peak - Wyoming
Hiking Trip
Medicine Bow Peak at 12,018 feet is the highest peak in the Medicine Bow Range.
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 8, 2026
Basic Alpine Climb – Ute Valley Park
Climbing Trip
Field trip for members registered for the PPG BMS - Basic Alpine Climbing course. Course
No Prerequisites
Mon, Aug 10, 2026
Ascending Hikes – Horseshoe Mountain - Horseshoe and Peerless Mountain
Hiking Trip
Ascending Hikes Section (AHS): This is an ~8 mile, ~2300 ft elevation gain out and
No Prerequisites
Tue–Sat, Aug 11–15, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 4-Day: Chicago Basin from Needleton Flagstop
Backpacking Trip
This four-day expedition into the remote Chicago Basin provides an opportunity to experience one of
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed, Aug 12, 2026
PPG WTS-Intro to Backpacking Class Session – CMC Zoom Lecture
Backpacking Lecture: PPG WTS - Intro to Backpacking
This is an online Zoom class session for students enrolled in the PPG's WTS-Intro to
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 15, 2026
Basic Alpine Climb – Garden of the Gods - Kindergarten Rock/Gray Rock
Climbing Trip
Field trip for members registered for the PPG BMS - Basic Alpine Climbing course. Trip
No Prerequisites
Mon–Wed, Aug 17–19, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Eccles Pass from Meadow Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Wed, Aug 19, 2026
PPG WTS-Intro to Backpacking Class Session – CMC Zoom Lecture
Backpacking Lecture: PPG WTS - Intro to Backpacking
This is an online Zoom class session for students enrolled in the PPG's WTS-Intro to
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 22, 2026
Sport Lead Climbing Field Day 1 – Shelf Road
Climbing Field trip: ARC Pro Sport Lead Climbing
We will discuss, demo and practice the skills needed for leading sport climbs at the
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 22, 2026
Hiking – Mount Mahler
Hiking Trip
Please email the trip leader at fccmcguy@gmail.com to register for this trip, do this BEFORE
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat–Sun, Aug 22–23, 2026
Backpack – North Cottonwood Trailhead
Backpacking Trip
Beginner backpacking trip (1-night) to Kroenke Lake limited to recent graduates of the PPG WTS-Intro
No Prerequisites
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Sport Lead Climbing Field Day 2 – Shelf Road
Climbing Field trip: ARC Pro Sport Lead Climbing
We will continue to practice leading on sport routes and learn some more advanced sport
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 29, 2026
Hiking – Mount Tileston - RMNP
Hiking Trip
Mount Tileston is a wonderful peak located in the Mummy Range. Though not exceptionally high,
No Prerequisites
Mon, Aug 31, 2026
Bobcats trip – IPW - Hessie TH to Lost Lake
Hiking Trip
Abandoned Sites Hike: This hike will explore the area around Lost Lake in Roosevelt National
No Prerequisites
Tue, Sep 1, 2026
Exploring Nature – CMC Book Club Meetup
Exploring Nature Trip
CMC Statewide Book Club - we will be discussing "The Way Out" by Devon O'Neil
No Prerequisites
Wed, Sep 2, 2026
Bobcats trip – Butler Gulch
Hiking Trip
Abandoned Sites Hike: This EXPLORATORY HIKE ventures deep into Butler Gulch to investigate the remains
No Prerequisites
Fri–Mon, Sep 4– 7, 2026
Camp – Vega State Park
Camping & Exploring Nature Trip
Vega State Park is a great place to camp, slow down, and beat the summer
No Prerequisites
Fri, Sep 4, 2026
Bobcats trip – Geneva Creek Iron Fens
Hiking Trip
Abandoned Sites Hike: On this discovery hike to the Geneva Creek Iron Fens, the group
No Prerequisites