Northern Colorado 2022 Mountain Hiking School
The Northern Colorado Group is excited to announce their 2022 Mountain Hiking School this coming spring, March 15 through April 16. The course will be patterned after previous offerings of the MHS, as well as the Denver Group’s Wilderness … Continued
Meet the 21/22 CMC Snow Rangers
Despite a late start to winter, there are more people exploring the backcountry this season and CMC’s Snow Ranger program is critical to help promote safe and responsible winter recreation. Matt and Shane began their season in December and will … Continued
2021 Colorado Mountain Club Holiday Gift Guide for the Outdoor Adventurer
Give the gift of the outdoors this holiday season! Whether you want to help your friends and family build their skills or give them the tools to learn a new one, we’ve got some great suggestions for things they’ll find … Continued
A Different Measure of Success – A 2021 Denali Expedition
Guest blog post by Evan Sneath “Did you summit?” It’s the question that every climber hears from friends, family, and colleagues – especially those uninitiated to mountaineering. I’ll admit, it’s the easiest topic to fall back on when the objective … Continued
Enroll in Winter Camping School 2022
The Colorado Mountain Club’s Winter Camping School (WCS) is a non-survival school perfect for those who want to enjoy the winter, snow, and moonlight in comfort. WCS concentrates on the fundamental understanding, equipment, and techniques to keep warm in cold environment … Continued
Improving Sustainability of Climbing – An Experience on Denali
Guest post by CMC Member Julie Smith As passionate outdoor enthusiasts, my husband, Hilary, and I love to hike, backpack and climb in the wilderness. But, at the same time, we know our planet is in trouble. Serious trouble. Our runaway carbon consumption … Continued
Help the Forest Service Improve the Trails
Guest post by Elizabeth Morgan It’s a beautiful fall day. The air is crisp and hues of yellow and gold line the Lower Cascade Falls Trail in Ouray. You’re overwhelmed with appreciation for nature and being in Colorado, and in … Continued
CMC Boulder Group Helps Save Iconic Thumb and Needle
Partnered with the Access Fund, the Colorado Mountain Club Boulder Group aided in the purchase and future development of the Thumb and Needle Spires, a historic climbing area located in the town of Estes Park. “This one was one everyone … Continued
Wilderness First Responder & Wilderness First Responder Recertification Courses Now Available Through the CMC
We are excited to be offering Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WFR-R) with Backcountry Pulse this fall! The WFR course is best for individuals who are outdoor instructors and guides, backcountry rangers, or wilderness therapy leaders … Continued
Nominations Wanted: CMC Board of Directors
The Colorado Mountain Club is seeking nominations for board members serving a 3-year term beginning October 1, 2021. The nomination deadline is September 15, 2021. The Board of Directors provides fiscal oversight, resource development, and strategic direction for the … Continued
Defending Wilderness and Nurturing the Next Generation of Wilderness Stewards
Guest blog post by Tobi Nickel, CMC Wilderness Trails Steward Opening the tent’s vestibule, I gaze upon the light blue waters of Lamphier Lake reflecting the early morning sunlight. Beyond the lake, a craggy wall of granite rises against a … Continued
Help the CMC Recognize Outstanding Members
Each year, the CMC proudly presents several awards to members of our community that go above and beyond to give back to our wild places, mentor the next generation of mountaineers, or volunteer their time to make the CMC even … Continued