Regional Groups
Front Range Groups include Denver, Boulder, Northern Colorado, Pikes Peak, and Friends of Colorado.
Sun, Jul 26, 2026
Hiking – Grand Mesa - Crag Crest
Hiking Trip
We can car shuttle from either west to east or we can do the loop
No Prerequisites
Sun, Jul 26, 2026
Hiking – Black Forest Section 16
Hiking Trip
An easy 4 mile morning hike on a rolling trail with a modest elevation gain
No Prerequisites
Mon, Jul 27, 2026
Single Tall Pole Hiking – Mt Galbraith
Hiking Clinic
This clinic will cover the basic techniques for improving your efficiency ascending and descending on
No Prerequisites
Tue, Jul 28, 2026
Hiking – Clinton Peak
Hiking Trip
Clinton-Traver-McNamee lollipop loop from Montgomery Reservoir
No 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
Fri, Jul 31, 2026
Rise and Grind – Boulder Open Space - Bear Peak
Hiking Trip
Sunrise hike to the Bear Peak / Fern Canyon Trail saddle
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 1, 2026
Hiking – Kilpacker TH - Navajo-Kilpacker Loop
Hiking Trip
Celebrate 250/150 without the 14er crowds but views of the Wilson group! The Kilpacker Basin
No Prerequisites
Sun, Aug 2, 2026
Hiking – Red Rock Canyon Open Space
Hiking Trip
Watch the sunrise from the top of this great open space on the city's west
No Prerequisites
Mon–Wed, Aug 3– 5, 2026
Conservation – Pikes Peak - Barr Trail - Barr Camp
Conservation Trip
Barr Camp is needing help. Composting toilets are needing some tender loving care. This is
No Prerequisites
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
Rise and Grind – Boulder Open Space
Hiking Trip
4 miles, 800' elevation gain on Goshawk Ridge Trail.
No 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
Sun, Aug 9, 2026
Hiking – RMNP - Glacier Gorge TH - Mills Lake via Glacier Gorge Trail
Hiking Trip
Hike to Jewel and Mills Lakes 6.4 mile RT along Glacier Creek 1000' gain with
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
Tue–Thu, Aug 18–20, 2026
BPX Trip – BPX 3-Day: Eccles Pass from Meadow Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
A two-night, three-day trip into the beautiful and rugged Eagles Nest Wilderness. After setting up
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Tue–Fri, Aug 18–21, 2026
Camp – Silver Jack Campground
Hiking & Camping Trip
This is a three night camping trip in a beautiful alpine setting 26 miles northeast
No 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, Aug 22, 2026
Hiking – Washington Gulch
Hiking Trip
#403. High trail north of Crested Butte
No Prerequisites
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
Wed, Aug 26, 2026
Rise and Grind – Boulder Open Space - Mount Sanitas
Hiking Trip
R&G 3.2mi Mnt Sanitas via Mnt Sanitas Trail to East Ridge to Sanitas Valley Trail
No Prerequisites