Western Slope Group Calendar
Backpacking Section (BPX) Educational Series - Introduction to Backpacking
New to backpacking in Colorado or looking to refresh your knowledge? Join CMC's Backpacking Section (BPX) and the Backpacking School who are co-hosting this virtual event. Open to all CMC Members.

Hiking – West End - Dolores River Trail

Hiking – The West End

Hiking – Sheep Mountain
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!

Leader in Training (LIT) Hike – Black Canyon National Park - Deadhorse Trail (with loop)

Via Ferrata – Ouray Via Ferrata - Downstream

Hiking – Silvershield TH - Dinosaur Tracks
Bike to Work Day
Join CMC for our 3rd annual summer Bike to Work Day, hosted by the City of Golden.
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.

Hiking – Engineer Mountain Trailhead - Cascade Creek
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.

Hiking – Palisade Plunge hiker shuttle, date flexible

Hiking – Capitol Reef National Park
