Upcoming Northern Colorado Group Events, Trips, and Courses

Hiking – Adventure hike to Sandbeach Lake in RMNP
Wed, May 1, 2024

Hiking – Adventure hike to Sandbeach Lake in RMNP

Hiking Trip
Adventure hike to Sandbeach Lake in RMNP
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
2 participants on standby
Registration closed Apr 29
Northern Colorado
Wayne Howell
Hiking – Adventure hike to Sandbeach Lake in RMNP
Wed, May 1, 2024

Hiking – Adventure hike to Sandbeach Lake in RMNP

Hiking Trip
Adventure hike to Sandbeach Lake in RMNP
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
1 participant on standby 0 leaders
Registration closed Apr 29
Northern Colorado
Bill Trout
Wed, May 1, 2024

Drones in the Backcountry

Personally owned drones have evolved into much more than a recreational toy. In recent years with advancements in technology they have opened up a variety of opportunities for individuals and organizations. Learn more about the versatility of drones and enjoy some amazing aerial video.

Purpose Brewing (upstairs room)
4025 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO
BMC Classroom Session 5
Thu, May 2, 2024

BMC Classroom Session 5 – Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce

Mountaineering Lecture: Basic Mountaineering School
Final Knot and BMC Written Exam
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
17 participants
Registration closed Mar 31
Northern Colorado
Kevin Willey
Ascending Hikes – Mt. Margaret Trail
Sat, May 4, 2024

Ascending Hikes – Mt. Margaret Trail

Hiking Trip
This is the second in a series of Ascending Hikes in Northern Colorado. Ascending hikes
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
3 participants on standby 0 leaders
Registration closes May 3
Northern Colorado
Wayne Howell
Hiking – Bridal Veil Falls and Gem Lake
Sun, May 5, 2024

Hiking – Bridal Veil Falls and Gem Lake

Hiking Trip
Bridal Veil Falls and Gem Lake
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
3 participants on standby 0 leaders
Registration closes May 3
Northern Colorado
Steven Dielman
BMC Field Session - Multi-pitch
Sat, May 11, 2024

BMC Field Session - Multi-pitch – Multi-pitch rock climb

Climbing Field trip: Basic Mountaineering School
Multi-pitch rock climb
No Prerequisites
7 participants
Registration closed Mar 31
Northern Colorado
Kevin Willey
Ascending Hikes – Hewlett Gulch Trailhead
Sat, May 11, 2024

Ascending Hikes – Hewlett Gulch Trailhead

Hiking Trip
This is the third in a series of Ascending Hikes in Northern Colorado. Ascending hikes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
No Prerequisites
12 participants on standby
Registration closes May 9
Ascending Hikes Section
Lynn Clay
Hiking – Fort Collins National Historic Register
Wed, May 15, 2024

Hiking – Fort Collins National Historic Register

Hiking Trip
Fort Collins National Historic Register
No Prerequisites
5 participants
Registration closes May 13
Northern Colorado
Scott Farquhar
Thu, May 16, 2024

New & Prospective Member Night - Northern Colorado

Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and find your next great adventure!

Council Tree Library Large Conference Room
2733 Council Tree Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Ascending Hikes – Hewlett Gulch Trailhead
Fri, May 17, 2024

Ascending Hikes – Hewlett Gulch Trailhead

Hiking Trip
This is the third in a series of Ascending Hikes in Northern Colorado. Ascending hikes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
No Prerequisites
2 participants on standby
Registration closes May 15
Northern Colorado
Lynn Clay
Hiking – Curt Gowdy State Park
Sun, May 19, 2024

Hiking – Curt Gowdy State Park

Hiking Trip
Curt Gowdy State Park
Difficulty: Moderate A
No Prerequisites
10 participants on standby
Registration closes May 18
Northern Colorado
Anita Wright
BPX 2-Day: Morrison Creek from Little Scraggy TH
Thu–Fri, May 23–24, 2024

Backpack – BPX 2-Day: Morrison Creek from Little Scraggy TH

Backpacking Trip
This trip is for BPX members only. This is an out and back, easy early
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
0 participants
Registration closes May 21
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell
Hiking – Bridal Veil Falls and Gem Lake
Sat, May 25, 2024

Hiking – Bridal Veil Falls and Gem Lake

Hiking Trip
Bridal Veil Falls and Gem Lake
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
9 participants on standby 0 leaders
Registration closes May 23
Northern Colorado
Diane Quinn
Ascending Hikes – Crosier Mountain
Sun, May 26, 2024

Ascending Hikes – Crosier Mountain

Hiking Trip
A scenic point to point hike as part of the Ascending Hikes series in Northern
Difficulty: Moderate B
No Prerequisites
0 participants 0 leaders
Registration closes May 22
Northern Colorado
Aimee Hunt
Ascending Hikes – Red Mountain Open Space Loop
Fri, May 31, 2024

Ascending Hikes – Red Mountain Open Space Loop

Hiking Trip
This is a discovery hike along the Bent Rock and K-Lynn Cameron trails in Red
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
8 participants 0 leaders
Registration opens May 17
Northern Colorado
Wayne Howell
Hiking – Red Mountain Open Space
Sat, Jun 1, 2024

Hiking – Red Mountain Open Space

Hiking Trip
Red Mountain Open Space 6.7 mile loop hike through beautiful red sandstone canyons, streams, panoramic
Difficulty: Moderate A
No Prerequisites
10 participants on standby
Registration closes May 31
Northern Colorado
Anita Wright
Wed, Jun 5, 2024

NOCO Annual Potluck and BBQ

Come spend a summer evening with old and new CMC friends! Meet new hiking/climbing/skiing buddies. Learn more about members you have shared trail time with. Burgers, brats, veggie burgers, drinks, plates, and utensils provided. Bring a dish to share. Please register by May 31, so we have an accurate count for food.

Rolland Moore Park, Shelter #2
2201 N Shields St, Fort Collins, CO 80524
Backcountry Incident Management School - Northern Colorado - 2024
Sat, Jun 8, 2024

Backcountry Incident Management School

Prerequisites
3 participants
Registration closes May 27
Denver
Rich McAdams
Backcountry Incident Management School Field Day
Sat, Jun 8, 2024

Backcountry Incident Management School Field Day – Horsetooth Rock

Volunteer Leadership Field trip: Backcountry Incident Management School
Learn and practice hands-on backcountry incident management skills and techniques, including medical or other backcountry
Difficulty: Challenging
Prerequisites
11 participants
Registration closes May 27
Denver
Rich McAdams
Trail Maintenance – Greyrock Mountain TH
Sat, Jun 8, 2024

Trail Maintenance – Greyrock Mountain TH

Conservation Trip
Greyrock Trail maintenance day! For a number of years NoCo CMC has had an agreement
No Prerequisites
6 participants 1 leader
Registration closes Jun 4
Northern Colorado
Carolyn Hammond
Hiking – Point 8228
Sun, Jun 16, 2024

Hiking – Point 8228

Hiking Trip
Navigation Practice Day - you must contact the Trip leader at fccmcguy@gmail.com to register. Note
Difficulty: Difficult B
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
2 participants on standby
Registration closes Jun 10
Northern Colorado
Scott Farquhar
Hiking – Ouzel Lake hike Wild Basin RMNP
Fri, Jun 28, 2024

Hiking – Ouzel Lake hike Wild Basin RMNP

Hiking Trip
Ouzel Lake hike Wild Basin RMNP
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
8 participants
Registration opens May 1
Northern Colorado
Amy Parker
Backpack – BPX 2-Day: American Lakes from American Lakes TH
Sat–Sun, Jul 27–28, 2024

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

Backpacking Trip
Backpacking at American Lakes in State Forest State Park offer an unforgettable experience immersed in
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
3 participants
Registration opens Jun 27
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell
Mt. Chapin, Mt Chiquita, Ypsilon Mountain (The CCY)
Wed, Jul 31, 2024

Hiking – Mt. Chapin, Mt Chiquita, Ypsilon Mountain (The CCY)

Hiking Trip
No Prerequisites
14 participants on standby
Registration closes Jul 29
Northern Colorado
Bill Trout
Hiking – 7 Utes Mountain & Point 11,188
Sat, Aug 17, 2024

Hiking – 7 Utes Mountain & Point 11,188

Hiking Trip
7 Utes Mountain & Point 11,188
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
21 participants on standby
Registration closes Aug 15
Northern Colorado
Bill Trout
BPX 3-Day: Wheeler Geologic Area + Halfmoon Pass from South Fork Saguache TH
Fri–Sun, Sep 6– 8, 2024

Backpack – BPX 3-Day: Wheeler Geologic Area + Halfmoon Pass from South Fork Saguache TH

Backpacking Trip
Backpacking in La Garita Wilderness offers unparalleled opportunities for solitude and immersion in pristine alpine
Difficulty: Challenging
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
4 participants
Registration opens Aug 7
Backpacking Section
Wayne Howell