Front Range Groups
Front Range Groups include Denver, Boulder, Northern Colorado, Pikes Peak, and Friends of Colorado.
Tue, Jul 16, 2024
Rock Climb – North Cheyenne Canyon Park
Climbing Trip
After work rock cliimbing
No Prerequisites
Sat, Jul 20, 2024
Multipitch Concepts Field Day 1 – North Cheyenne Canyon Park
Climbing Field trip: ARC Pro Multipitch Concepts
We will discuss multipitch route concepts, then start learning belaying methods, transitions, and descending methods.
No Prerequisites
Sat, Jul 20, 2024
Hiking – Mount Helen
Hiking Trip
Mount Helen
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
Sun, Jul 21, 2024
Multipitch Concepts Field Day 2 – North Cheyenne Canyon Park
Climbing Field trip: ARC Pro Multipitch Concepts
We will review the multipitch concepts learned on day one, learn how to climb with
No Prerequisites
Tue, Jul 23, 2024
Rock Climb – Garden of the Gods
Climbing Trip
After work rock climbing
No Prerequisites
Tue, Jul 23, 2024
Hiking – Green Mountain
Hiking Trip
Green Mountain - The Hard Way
Difficulty: Challenging
No Prerequisites
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
PPG Monthly Program – PPG Trip Leader and Leader in Training Social
Volunteer Leadership Seminar
PPG Trip Leader and Leader in Training Social
No Prerequisites
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
Hiking – Adventure Hike to Silver Dollar Lake, Murray Lake, and Argentine Peak
Hiking Trip
Adventure Hike to Silver Dollar Lake, Murray Lake, and Argentine Peak
Difficulty: Challenging
No Prerequisites
Sat, Jul 27, 2024
Hiking – Horsethief Park Trail - Pancake Rocks
Hiking Trip
We will go to Pancake Rocks and have an opportunity to go another mile for
Difficulty: Moderate A in that we won't stop until we reach the 3 mile mark
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat–Sun, Jul 27–28, 2024
BPX Trip – 2-Day: American Lakes from American Lakes TH
Backpacking Trip
Backpacking at American Lakes in State Forest State Park offer an unforgettable experience immersed in
Difficulty: Moderate
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat–Sun, Jul 27–28, 2024
Backpack – BPX 2-Day: Eaglesmere Lakes from Eaglesmere TH
Backpacking Trip
Backpacking to Eaglesmere Lakes in the Eagles Nest Wilderness is a journey of exploration and
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat, Jul 27, 2024
Hiking – Neota and Thunder Peaks
Hiking Trip
This on & off trail hike includes a tour of three peaks along the continential
Difficulty: Diff B
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Mon, Jul 29, 2024
PPG WTS-Intro to Backpacking Class Session – CMC Zoom Lecture
Backpacking Lecture: PPG WTS - Intro to Backpacking
This is an online Zoom class session for students enrolled in the PPG's WTS-Intro to
No Prerequisites
Tue, Jul 30, 2024
Hiking – Battle Mountain Traverse
Hiking Trip
Battle Mountain - RMNP
Difficulty: Mod B
No Prerequisites
Wed, Jul 31, 2024
Rock Climb – North Cheyenne Canyon Park
Climbing Trip
After work rock climbing in North Cheyenne Canon
No Prerequisites
Thu, Aug 1, 2024
PPG Basic Rock Scrambling Zoom Class – Zoom Lecture
Scrambling Lecture: Rock Scrambling
A one hour Zoom class reviewing rock scrambling fundamentals, gear, and hazards.
Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 3, 2024
Hiking – Spectacular scenery on this hike to 3 subalpine lakes in RMNP, Emerald, Dream, and Nymph Lakes (3.6 mile out-and-back, 700' gain)
Hiking Trip
Spectacular scenery on this hike to 3 subalpine lakes in RMNP, Emerald, Dream, and Nymph
Difficulty: Moderate A
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 3, 2024
PPG BMS - Basic Rock Scrambling Field Day – Ute Valley Park
Scrambling Field trip: Rock Scrambling
This course is the first course in the Pikes Peak Group's Basic Mountaineering School (BMS)
Difficulty: Easy
Prerequisites
Mon, Aug 5, 2024
PPG WTS-Intro to Backpacking Class Session – CMC Zoom Lecture
Backpacking Lecture: PPG WTS - Intro to Backpacking
This is an online Zoom class session for students enrolled in the PPG's WTS-Intro to
No Prerequisites
Mon, Aug 5, 2024
Octo Hike – Spruce Mountain Trail
Hiking Trip
This is an Octogenarian (Octo) Hike for those who have aged out of normal CMC
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
Thu, Aug 8, 2024
Hiking – Bard Creek Trail
Hiking Trip
This scenic point-to-point hike along the Watrous Gulch and Bard Creek Trails offers a mix
Difficulty: Challenging
No Prerequisites
Sat–Sun, Aug 10–11, 2024
Backpack – 2-Day: Macey Lakes from Horn Creek TH
Backpacking Trip
Hikers on this BPX trip will find great camping, waterfalls, and a collection of lakes
Difficulty: Difficult
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Sat–Sun, Aug 10–11, 2024
Backpack – North Cottonwood TH - Kroenke Lake Trail
Backpacking Trip
Beginner backpacking trip (1-night) to Kroenke Lake primarily for recent graduates of the PPG WTS-Intro
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
Tue, Aug 13, 2024
Hiking – Paines Mtn from Guanella Pass Road
Hiking Trip
This off-trail hike to Paines Mountain starting from Guanella Pass Road takes adventurers through a
Difficulty: Challenging
No Prerequisites
Wed, Aug 14, 2024
Rock Climb – North Cheyenne Canyon Park
Climbing Trip
After work rock climbing in town.
No Prerequisites
Fri, Aug 16, 2024
Ascending Hikes – Silver Dollar Lake - Silver Dollar Lake and Murray Lake Trail
Hiking Trip
A ~ 5 mile hike to Silver Dollar Lake and Murry Reservoir in the Arapaho
Difficulty: Easy
No Prerequisites
Mon, Aug 19, 2024
Octo Hike – West Magnolia Loop
Hiking Trip
West Magnolia Loop near Nederland
Difficulty: Moderate
No Prerequisites
Sat, Aug 24, 2024
Sport Lead Climbing Field Day 1 – Shelf Road
Climbing Field trip: ARC Pro Sport Lead Climbing
We will discuss, demo and practice the skills needed for leading sport climbs at the
No Prerequisites
Sun, Aug 25, 2024
Sport Lead Climbing Field Day 2 – Shelf Road
Climbing Field trip: ARC Pro Sport Lead Climbing
We will continue to practice leading on sport routes and learn some more advanced sport
No Prerequisites