VISION
We connect people with the Colorado mountain experience. We are the premier membership organization providing human-powered mountain adventures that are safe, enjoyable, and environmentally responsible.

MISSION
The Colorado Mountain Club is organized to:

• Unite the energy, interest, and knowledge of the students, explorers, and lovers of the mountains of Colorado;
• Collect and disseminate information regarding the Rocky Mountains on behalf of science, literature, art and recreation;
• Stimulate public interest in our mountain area;
• Encourage the preservation of forests, flowers, fauna, and natural scenery; and
• Render readily accessible the alpine attractions of this region.

VALUES

• We believe in our MEMBERS; we value each of our members by putting their needs and interests at the center of what we do.
• We believe in VOLUNTEERS; our activities and accomplishments would be impossible to achieve without them.
• We believe in RECREATION; with opportunities for outdoor adventure.
• We believe in EDUCATION and SKILL BUILDING; by providing training and education we help outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the mountains and enjoy them safely and responsibly.
• We believe in CONSERVATION; we must act as good stewards of our natural mountain environment to preserve it for future generations.
• We believe in SAFETY; the first goal of Club activities is avoid injury or accident.
• We believe in COLLABORATION; implementation of our mission requires cooperation with like-minded individuals and organizations to attain shared appreciation for our Colorado mountains.