Upcoming Denver Group Events

Find out all the upcoming events with the Denver Group
Thu, Jun 5, 2025

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Eco-Friendly, Lightweight Backpacking

Karl Ford is one of a very select group who has completed all three legs of the Triple Crown of backpacking (AT, PCT, and CDT), about 8,000 miles combined. He is also a WTS Master Instructor. Join Karl to learn how we can backpack responsibly, enjoy it more, and give back to the trail. This event is for BPX members AND trip leaders!

Zoom Presentation
Platte River Grill on the Platte River Trail to Chatfield Reservoir Loop
Fri, Jun 6, 2025

Bike – Platte River Grill on the Platte River Trail to Chatfield Reservoir Loop

Biking Trip
This is a Hare Ride. We will start from the parking lot of the Platte
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
No Prerequisites
20 participants
Registration closes Jun 6
Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
Dennis Baumfalk
Sun, Jun 8, 2025

RMOTHG Picnic

Join us for the Annual RMOTHG picnic at Bear Creek Lake Park.

Bear Creek Lake Park
15600 W. Morrison Rd, Lakewood
Cherry Creek, Wash Park, Franklyn, Dartmouth, Platte River Loop
Fri, Jun 13, 2025

Bike – Cherry Creek, Wash Park, Franklyn, Dartmouth, Platte River Loop

Biking Trip
From a small parking lot northeast of Empower Field at Mile we will ride to
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
29 participants
Registration opens May 1
Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
Robert Barday
Staunton State Park
Fri, Jun 20, 2025

Octo Hike – Staunton State Park - Davis Ponds

Hiking Trip
This trip is part of the Octogenarian Hike series which is for those desiring shorter
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens May 20
Linda Lawson
Sanderson Gulch, Kipling, Bear Creek, Platte River Loop
Fri, Jun 20, 2025

Bike – Sanderson Gulch, Kipling, Bear Creek, Platte River Loop

Biking Trip
Hare ride - We will start at River Point, and follow the Platt River to
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
24 participants
Registration opens Jun 1
Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
Scott Kramer
Sun, Jun 22, 2025

Colorado Rockies vs. Diamondbacks

Enjoy a Sunday summer afternoon at a Rockies game with the Over the Hill Gang. Special discounted senior rate of $12.00 per person. Tickets are limited to 30 people, so hurry up and register.

Coors Field
2001 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80205
Alderfer/Three Sisters
Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Octo Hike – Evergreen Mountain

Hiking Trip
We will hike on trail toward our nominal destination for two hours or so, then
No Prerequisites
11 participants
Registration opens May 26
Norm Arlt
Meyer Ranch Park
Mon, Jun 30, 2025

Octo Hike – Meyer Ranch Park -Sunny Aspen, Old Ski Run, Lodge Pole Loop

Hiking Trip
This is part of the Octogenarian Hike series which offers shorter mileage, lower elevation gain
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens May 30
Linda Lawson
Ascending Hikes – Lory State Park - Arthur's Rock via East Ridge
Sun, Jul 6, 2025

Ascending Hikes – Lory State Park - Arthur's Rock via East Ridge

Hiking Trip
This enlightening loop hike to Arthur's Rock in Lory State Park offers a mix of
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
8 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens Jun 6
Northern Colorado
Wayne Howell
Ascending Hikes – Horsetooth Mountain Open Space
Tue, Jul 8, 2025

Ascending Hikes – Horsetooth Mountain Open Space

Hiking Trip
A ~6 mile hike to Horsetooth Rock in Horsetooth Mountain Open Space. We'll leave from
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
7 participants
Registration opens Jun 8
Northern Colorado
Wayne Howell
Thu, Jul 10, 2025

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Learn how to navigate with GAIA GPS. Session 1

Getting lost is very uncomfortable at the least, and terrifying at the worst. The good news is that this can be avoided. Learn how to navigate with GAIA GPS and be safe in the backcountry.

CMC Basecamp
15605 W. 32nd Avenue, Golden, CO 80401
Fri, Jul 11, 2025

Octo Hike – Mueller State Park

Hiking Trip
Homestead, Beaver Ponds, Rock Pond Loop - rolling hills, forested ridges, grassy valleys, ponds and
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens May 11
Linda Lawson
Frisco / Breckenridge - Dillon
Fri, Jul 11, 2025

Bike – Ride from Frisco marina to Dillon and return - Terrapin

Biking Trip
This is a Terrapin bike ride from the Summit County Middle School in Frisco to
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
19 participants
Registration opens May 22
Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
Robert Barday
Ascending Hikes – Greyrock Mountain TH
Mon, Jul 14, 2025

Ascending Hikes – Greyrock Mountain TH

Hiking Trip
We'll hike a loop route to the summit of Greyrock Mountain. One of Larimer County’s
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens Jun 14
Northern Colorado
Wayne Howell
BPX 2-Day: American Lakes from American Lakes TH
Tue–Wed, Jul 15–16, 2025

BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: American Lakes from American Lakes TH

Backpacking Trip
This two-day, one-night backpacking trip to the stunning American Lakes in State Forest State Park
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
5 participants
Registration opens Jun 15
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell
Thu, Jul 17, 2025

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Learn how to navigate with GAIA GPS, Session 2

Getting lost is very uncomfortable at the least, and terrifying at the worst. The good news is that this can be avoided. Learn how to navigate with GAIA GPS and be safe in the backcountry.

CMC Basecamp
15605 W. 32nd Avenue, Golden, CO 80401
Betasso Preserve
Wed, Jul 23, 2025

Octo Hike – Betasso Preserve

Hiking Trip
This trip is part of the Octogenarian Hike Series. Octo hikes have a shorter distance,
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
7 participants
Registration opens Jun 23
Linda Lawson
Bike – Ralston Creek Trail to Eastley Road to Clear Creek Trail Loop
Fri, Jul 25, 2025

Bike – Ralston Creek Trail to Eastley Road to Clear Creek Trail Loop

Biking Trip
This is a Hare bike ride making a counterclockwise loop from Arvada on Ralston Creek
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate, Easy to Moderate
No Prerequisites
28 participants
Registration opens May 22
Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
Robert Barday
Burning Bear Trail
Thu, Jul 31, 2025

Octo Hike – Burning Bear Trail

Hiking Trip
This is an Octogenarian Hike for anyone wishing lower mileage, slower pace, less elevation gain
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
7 participants
Registration opens Jun 29
Linda Lawson
Alderfer/Three Sisters
Thu, Aug 7, 2025

Octo Hike – Alderfer/Three Sisters - East TH

Hiking Trip
This is an Octogenarian Hike for those who wish a slower pace, lower elevation gain,
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens Jul 7
Linda Lawson
Bike – River Point to Kipling to Dutch Creek Loop
Fri, Aug 8, 2025

Bike – River Point to Kipling to Dutch Creek Loop

Biking Trip
A Hare bike ride through the Columbine Valley to Clement Park to Lily gulch to
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate, Easy to Moderate
No Prerequisites
28 participants 1 leader
Registration opens Jul 15
Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
Scott Kramer
DeKoevend Park to Hampden Ave via Highline Canal
Fri, Aug 15, 2025

Bike – DeKoevend Park to Hampden Ave via Highline Canal

Biking Trip
This is a Terrapin bike ride from DeKoevend Park to Hampden Avenue via the Highline
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
19 participants
Registration opens Jul 21
Rocky Mountain Over the Hill Gang
Scott Kramer
White Ranch Park
Fri, Aug 29, 2025

Octo Hike – White Ranch Park - Rawhide Trail

Hiking Trip
We will start at the WEST TH. This is an Octogenarian Hike for those who
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens Jul 29
Linda Lawson
Maryland Mountain Quartz Valley Open Space Park
Tue, Sep 16, 2025

Octo Hike – Maryland Mountain Quartz Valley Open Space Park

Hiking Trip
This trip is part of the Octogenarian Hike Series intended for those who desire a
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate, Easy to Moderate
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens Aug 16
Linda Lawson
Roxborough State Park
Tue, Sep 30, 2025

Octo Hike – Roxborough State Park

Hiking Trip
South Rim and Willow Creek Loop - This trip is part of the Octogenarian Hike
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
8 participants
Registration opens Aug 30
Linda Lawson
Mount Falcon
Mon, Oct 6, 2025

Octo Hike – Mount Falcon - West TH

Hiking Trip
Trails will be Parmalee Gulch, Devil's Elbow and Castle Trail for 5.2 miles and 889'
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens Sep 6
Linda Lawson
Sat, Oct 11, 2025

Bobcats Potluck Picnic at Tanglewood Park South

This is a potluck picnic for Bobcat members. It's an opportunity to socialize and have fun with your fellow Bobcats.

Tanglewood Park South, at the covered pavilion
13725 Denver West Circle, Lakewood, CO 80401.
North Table Mountain
Fri, Oct 17, 2025

Octo Hike – North Table Mountain

Hiking Trip
Tilting Mesa to Mesa Top Loop is a loop hike of just over 3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens Sep 17
Linda Lawson
Bluffs Regional Park
Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Octo Hike – Bluffs Regional Park

Hiking Trip
This trail can be as short as a 3 mile loop or can be a
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
9 participants
Registration opens Sep 30
Linda Lawson