Upcoming Roaring Fork Group Events and Courses

AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp
Tue, Jan 13, 2026

AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp

Avalanche Education Lecture: AIARE L1
Students will spend a class day participating in lectures, case studies, and a class exercise
No Prerequisites
12 participants 3 instructors
Registration closed Jan 7
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
Tue, Jan 13, 2026

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Winter Backpacking Without Tents - an Expert's Guide to Hut Trips

Planning a winter hut trip? Daniel Schweissing, our winter adventure expert, shares the inside scoop—covering everything you’ve wanted to know (and a few things you didn’t know to ask). This event is for BPX members only.

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Winter Backpacking Without Tents - an Expert's Guide to Hut Trips
Zoom Presentation
AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass
Wed, Jan 14, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the cold and snow. Your day will focus on
No Prerequisites
12 participants 2 instructors
Registration closed Jan 7
CMC State
Ashley Kramer
Wed, Jan 14, 2026

Explore Night

Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and discover your next great adventure. This event is open to current members, new members, and anyone interested in becoming part of our community!

CMC Basecamp
15605 W. 32nd Ave. Golden, CO, 80401
AIARE L1 - Field Day 2 – Berthoud Pass
Thu, Jan 15, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 2 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. This is your Team's day to lead
No Prerequisites
12 participants 3 instructors
Registration closed Jan 7
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp
Fri, Jan 16, 2026

AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp

Avalanche Education Lecture: AIARE L1
Students will spend a class day participating in lectures, case studies, and a class exercise
No Prerequisites
1 participant 2 instructors
Registration closes Jan 9
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 1
Sat, Jan 17, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. Your day will focus on avalanche rescue,
No Prerequisites
1 participant 2 instructors
Registration closes Jan 9
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 2
Sun, Jan 18, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 2 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. This is your Team's day to lead
No Prerequisites
1 participant 2 instructors
Registration closes Jan 9
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
Mon, Jan 26, 2026

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - The Joys and Wonders of Winter Backpacking

Wayne Howell is a trip leader and instructor across several CMC schools—most notably Winter Camping School—and is always eager to help others get excited about embracing the thrill, rewards, and adventure of exploring Colorado’s outdoors. Join Wayne and learn everything you want to know about winter backpacking. This event is for BPX members.

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - The Joys and Wonders of Winter Backpacking
Zoom Presentation
AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp
Fri, Feb 6, 2026

AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp

Avalanche Education Lecture: AIARE L1
Students will spend a class day participating in lectures, case studies, and a class exercise
No Prerequisites
6 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Feb 1
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass
Sat, Feb 7, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. Your day will focus on avalanche rescue,
No Prerequisites
6 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Feb 1
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 2 – Berthoud Pass
Sun, Feb 8, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 2 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. This is your Team's day to lead
No Prerequisites
6 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Feb 1
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
Wed, Feb 18, 2026

Explore Night

Join us in person to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and discover your next great adventure. This event is open to current members, new members, and anyone interested in becoming part of our community!

CMC Basecamp
15605 W. 32nd Ave. Golden, CO, 80401
Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Learn how to navigate with CalTopo

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 CalTopo and be safe in the backcountry. This event is for BPX members only.

Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Learn how to navigate with CalTopo
Zoom Presentation
AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp
Fri, Mar 6, 2026

AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp

Avalanche Education Lecture: AIARE L1
Students will spend a class day participating in lectures, case studies, and a class exercise
No Prerequisites
16 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Mar 2
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 1
Sat, Mar 7, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. Your day will focus on avalanche rescue,
No Prerequisites
16 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Mar 1
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 2
Sun, Mar 8, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 2 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. This is your Team's day to lead
No Prerequisites
16 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Mar 1
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Classroom
Fri, Mar 13, 2026

AIARE L1 - Classroom – Colorado Mountain Club Basecamp

Avalanche Education Lecture: AIARE L1
Students will spend a class day participating in lectures, case studies, and a class exercise
No Prerequisites
15 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Mar 11
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass
Sat, Mar 14, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 1 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. Your day will focus on avalanche rescue,
No Prerequisites
15 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Mar 8
CMC State
Uwe Sartori
AIARE L1 - Field Day 2
Sun, Mar 15, 2026

AIARE L1 - Field Day 2 – Berthoud Pass

Avalanche Education Field trip: AIARE L1
Expect an eight hour day in the snow. This is your Team's day to lead
No Prerequisites
15 participants 2 instructors
Registration closes Mar 13
CMC State
Uwe Sartori