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What we’re about
Our main goal/ mission is to explore as many wonderful hikes/ snowshoe trails, snowboarding, skiing, hut trips, camping, backpacking, spelunking, canyoneering, etc.,as well as general socializing, restaurants/pubs/taverns as possible in a safe and responsible manner, so that members can get a greater sense of all that Colorado has to offer and enjoy. Some of these we have experienced before, but many will be new to us as well.
Come join us!
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Group Hike (great for all skill levels)Summit Littleton , Littleton, CO
We are doing a group hike to Staunton State Park. The park is located approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown Denver, north of US Highway 285 and about six miles west of Conifer. The Park sits divided between Park and Jefferson counties, in Pine, Colorado.
We are meeting at Summit at 6:00am and car pooling to the hike! It is $10 per car to get into the park, but that is the only cost involved. We have a few drivers! It takes about 35 minutes to get there from the meeting place! The hike takes 4-5 hours roundtrip on average per person. We will go in 3 groups up - more advanced hikers will go first, then intermediate and then beginners. Once we get to the top, we will take a photo, have a snack and hang out!! We always have fun groups of people and a chance to network with others in the community, build friendships and get active together!
This is great for ALL skill levels! Please bring a couple of water bottle and a few protein snacks and/or a lunch! It is very important to fuel your body!
Here is the hike details! The exact route we will be taking will be posted! https://cpw.state.co.us/.../Staunton/Pages/default.aspx
Summit is a protein shake bar + hydration teas and lots of healthy menu items! It is open until 2pm, so after the hike feel free to go in, hang out and grab some replenishment! Here is the menu! https://summitnutritionlittleton.com/.../Summit_Menus...
Let me know what questions (if any) you have in the chat or text me 701-793-714six Brittany - Walk and Talk-o *Start at Que Bueno Suerte*Que Bueno Suerte, Denver, CO
Join me for a walk around one of Denver’s best parks, Washington Park. We’ll meet at 1518 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80210 at 6:30pm (it’s always 6:30pm even if meetup says different) and walk over to the park. We’ll walk around the park one time and return to South Pearl. Total round trip is about 3.5 miles. *if you have reflective gear or lights, please wear it. It's getting dark out earlier and earlier. It will help with lighting the path and also making us visible to cars.
Walkers who want to have tacos can go to Que Suerte for Taco Tuesday. The staff at Que Suerte really loves having us there. If you choose to stay for tacos, please be prepared to order food or drink and tip our servers.
The feedback from the group has been to walk or at least get talk-o's every week no matter the weather. #coloradostyle
Some important things to note:
- Remember the golden rule folks. Treating others with kindness, respect, honesty, patience, and curiosity is important.
- We share the golden rule with folks not in our group by sharing the trail in the park. Please walk in two’s so that our non- walk- talk-o people have plenty of space on the trail too. If somehow someone forgets and starts walking in 3 or 4 across, say we’ll remind each other kindly. Say "Taco” and squeeze in so that the person can get by us easily.
- Please pay attention to oncoming pedestrians and pedestrians behind us. Please squeeze in to the right when you see them, leaving them plenty of room to pass. We want everyone to enjoy the trail (including folks not in our group) - and not have to dodge our group. Let’s remind each other to “taco" not "tostada."
- We love fur-babies. Before bringing them consider whether your dog is great on leash, behaves well in a crowd, can keep up with our pace, and will distract or add to our group members’ experience.
- You must RSVP This is for safety. If for some reason you can’t RSVP, the group leader will take your picture and a picture of your ID and send it to the other group leaders. It’s up to the group leader if you can participate.
We can be a big group which we love! Please do your part to help us with sharing the trail so that don’t need to limit the number of attendees. If you have suggestions, thoughts, concerns, or ideas for fun activities please let us know.
Field day (pictured above) was a real hoot. It was so much fun that we'll be sprinkling in some past attendee only events throughout the year.
July 4th Camping Trip! We are hosting a camping trip for past attendee's of Walk and Talk-o. Please ask for the signup link to register when you join the walk.
I also organize another community SUPPER CLUB. We have a couple different events during the month. To learn more visit: SUPPER Club: Foodies for Personal and Professional Growth | Facebook
June 1st is an Asian food themed Supper Club Potluck. You can RSVP at the link above. Our topic of discussion will be Break-ups. I'll be leading us through series of enlightening and fun activities.
For the #coloradostyle weather days:
Here is a suggested gear list for colder, rainy, or snowy weather:
Under Armor or multiple layers of clothing
Warm Socks
Gloves
Hats
Waterproof shoes
Hard shell- waterproof jacket
Snow pants or waterproof pants
Goggles if it's snowing
If there's tons of snow - maybe snow shoes lol
If there's snow or ice: YakTrax or something similar like these for $9 https://www.amazon.com/Roohiseng-Crampons-Traction-Stainless-Mountaineering/dp/B09LC31249/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=22XMH8RZ8X66W&keywords=yaktrax&qid=1667576603&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI0LjU2IiwicXNhIjoiMy44OCIsInFzcCI6IjMuNzUifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=yaktra%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1