What we’re about
Boulder Ramblers was founded in 2015 by Colorado-based Walk2Connect in partnership with the City of Boulder. For six years, we operated as the Boulder chapter of Walk2Connect, offering free community walking, hiking, and rambling trips in and throughout Boulder County, CO, with a focus on building genuine connections to others, to the places we live, and to ourselves. In 2021, the Boulder Ramblers community assumed ownership of this group to keep rambling together!
Our community members host walks, hikes, and urban adventures every week throughout the year. Check our calendar to find what's coming up. We focus on urban hiking: exploring the quiet streets, multi-use paths, and trail systems east of the foothills (with some adventures in the higher elevations within Boulder city limits). Please be sure to read the walk/hike descriptions carefully to determine whether a particular adventure is right for you. We tend to move at a steady "fitness" pace (2.5-3 MPH), unless otherwise noted.
This group offers great ways to get to know local urban trail systems and find creative, appealing ways to connect destinations in Boulder, Louisville, Superior, Lafayette, and beyond by foot. We advocate for "life at 3 miles per hour," slowing down the pace of life to appreciate how we are connected to everything around us. We are a safe, welcoming and affirming community that supports people of all backgrounds, identities, and circumstances.
Check back often as new walks will be added throughout the year. Have a great idea for a walk or urban hike? We'd love to hear from you!
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See all- West-Side Boulder Urban Hike (a Walk 360 Mini-Loop)Trident Booksellers and Cafe, Boulder, CO
TYPE: Urban Hike | PACE: Fitness | TERRAIN: Sidewalks, Multi-Use Paths | DISTANCE: Approx 6.75 miles |
Walk Description: This urban hike on the hilly west side of downtown Boulder is one of eight mini loops along the route of the Walk 360 Slow Marathon. On this mini-loop, we'll start and end at the Trident Cafe on west Pearl Street. This map illustrates all eight mini-loop routes (the route for this walk is in yellow): https://caltopo.com/m/1SU2
Schedule and Planning: We will meet at 8:00 am out in front of the Trident Cafe on Pearl Street. The cafe opens at 7 am, so arrive early to use the restroom and/or buy a coffee or tea. This urban hike is almost 7 miles, so it should take us about 2.5 hours to complete. You can walk, bike or take the bus to the Trident (take the SKIP bus down Broadway and get off at Walnut, then walk west on Pearl to the cafe). If you must drive, plan to park west of 9th Street close to Pearl.
Walking Movement Leader: Darcy Kitching started volunteering with the Boulder Ramblers in 2015. She is the author of "The Best Urban Hikes: Boulder". You can reach Darcy at (720) 805-8293 or besturbanhikesboulder@gmail.com.
Notes:
~ We will begin walking at 8:05, so please arrive on time.
~ This hike is strenuous. We will be moving at a fitness (3 mph) pace.
~ Be sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, sun protection and wear appropriate gear/clothing for the season.
~ Dogs are allowed, on short, non-retractable leashes.Release of liability: By signing up for this walk, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being throughout the event. This is a volunteer-led experience. Volunteers are not liable for any injury or illness that may happen during the event or that results from participating in this event. Please take good care to only sign up for walks or hikes that are within your skill level and comfort. As always, have fun and be safe!
- Boulder Ramblers at the Ride for Magnus Memorial WalkNeeds location
Ramblers, let's join the inaugural Ride for Magnus Memorial Walk at CU's Farrand Field on Sunday, August 11!
My friend Amy Thompson, Safe Routes to School Coordinator for the Boulder Valley School District, is coordinating the walk. It will be about a mile long, around the CU-Boulder campus. This is going to be a huge event in Boulder, with about 3,000 bicyclists and 300 walkers expected.
Here's more information about the event:
"The death of rising U.S. cycling star Magnus White was as preventable as it was tragic. It’s time to take action. Join us as we call for better laws and improved infrastructure to protect vulnerable road users. Ride with us as the new voice for change. Riders will depart at 10 am at Farrand Field on the CU Boulder Campus, following a slow-roll route along Folsom to Jay Road, and then on to Colorado State Highway 119 (CO 119), leading to the site where Magnus was killed. Here, they will hold a special memorial activity in his honor. The entire westbound lanes of CO 119 will be closed to vehicle traffic, ensuring a safe journey for all participants. Riders will then return to Farrand Field for a rally. This gathering will introduce legislative efforts spearheaded by The White Line and include a strong call to action in support of these initiatives. ... There will [also be] a walking route around the CU Boulder campus."Please use this link to sign up for the walk: https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Boulder/RIDEFORMAGNUS?raceRefCode=v8r5omwi
The race is free, with donations welcome.
I'll post more information about where and when to meet soon, when more details about the walk are available. Please join me to honor Magnus and rally for safer streets and roads for all!