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Winter Camp: Day Expeditions - Snowshoeing - 2025-26 (4-6)

Youth Program

Day Expeditions - Snowshoeing

Learn what it takes to be a mountaineer and explore the winter ecosystems of Colorado! Join the Colorado Mountain Club Youth Education Program for one day or a whole week of adventure! We will be rock climbing indoors & outdoors, ice skating, sledding, snow shoeing, and more! Each day will have a different theme and itinerary. Sign up for one day or multiple days. No previous experience required.

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Alec Backhus
Leader
Experience the magic of Colorado in winter! Strap on your snowshoes and join us for a day exploring the snow-covered trails, frozen lakes, and evergreen forests of Brainard Lake Recreation Area. We’ll play in the snow, sip hot chocolate, and discover the unique winter ecology that makes this landscape such a true wonderland.
Registration Details:
  • Age: For youth ages 9-12

  • Dates: December 22, 2025

  • Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

  • Location: Each Day-Expedition will start from the Colorado Mountain Club (15605 West 32nd Ave, Golden, CO, 80401). Snowshoeing will take place at Brainard Lake Recreation Area - transportation from the club to all field locations is provided. Field sites subject to change.

    • Cost: CMC Family Members - $125/1-Day, Non-Members -$135/1-Days. CMC Members with a Family Membership receive $10 off. Learn about all the benefits of becoming a CMC member.

    • Financial Assistance: AT CMC, WE BELIEVE THE OUTDOORS ARE FOR ALL. If you need financial assistance for our camps, click here to apply! If you would like to set up a payment plan to finance your next adventure, email us at youth@cmc.org.

    • Weather Policies: In the case of severe weather, temperatures below zero degrees Fahrenheit and snowstorms, CMC reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any class or program. Programs canceled due to weather will receive a full refund.

    • Please note, if you have an individual membership and wish to sign up your child, you will need to create a separate guest account with a different email. You can also choose to upgrade your individual membership to a family membership to be able to register your child on your account and receive the discount.

    • Course fees include instruction, shared group gear (ex: compasses), snowshoes, transportation from the CMC to/from field locations, snacks, and permit fees.

      • Refund/cancellation policy: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with more details and information about the camp. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!
      Program Requirements

      This program has no scheduled activities.

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      Required Equipment

      Participant Packing List:

      If you are unable to bring any of the items below, please let us know. CMC does have a few extra items that we are happy to loan out for the camp.

      • Clothes (comfortable warm clothing for snowshoeing):
        • Loose fitting water proof pants or long underwear or hiking pants with waterproof snow pants or rain pants over them
        • Long sleeve shirt or base layer 
        • Heavy Winter Jacket
        • Closed-toed, water proof sturdy boots
        • Extra pair of socks (cotton not recommended)
        • Sweater and/or warm layer  
        • Sunglasses  
        • Warm hat and gloves
      • Sunscreen and lip balm
      • Water bottle 
      • Day Backpack large enough to carry all personal items on this list
      • Personal medications (inhaler, EPI pen, etc.) – please have all containers and bottles labeled and also listed on the medical forms
      • Camera (optional)

      CMC will provide:

      • Snack
      • Snowshoes 
      • Permits
      • Transportation to and from Golden to Field Site
      • Day backpacks if needed
      • Extra clothing/gear if needed
      Program Materials

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