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Boulder Ramblers

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Boulder, CO, US

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About us

Boulder Ramblers was founded in 2015 by Colorado-based Walk2Connect (now a program of America Walks) in partnership with the City of Boulder. For six years, we operated as the Boulder chapter of Walk2Connect, offering community walking, hiking, and rambling events 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 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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Upcoming events

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Fitness Walk Beginning at Foothills Community Park
Tue, Apr 14 · 9:30 AM MDT
Foothills Community Park, 800 Cherry Avenue, Boulder, CO, US
TYPE: Same Time, Same Place Monthly | PACE: Fitness/Conversational | TERRAIN: Packed dirt multi-use path, sidewalks, and dirt trail | DISTANCE: Approx. 4 or 5 miles

Walk Description: This fitness walk is held the second Tuesday of every month; beginning and ending at Foothills Community Park near the restrooms and the dog park, going south along multi-use paths onto sidewalks in the Wonderland Hills neighborhood, and looping back north on the Foothills Trail, taking a short side trip (less than a mile) on the Old Kiln Trail. Along the way, hikers will see some beautiful views of Wonderland Lake, the foothills, and the eastern plains. The route includes gentle hills, with little, but some, elevation gain.

Lorrie Johnson has been leading walks and hikes with the Boulder Ramblers since 2017.

Schedule and Planning: There are two parking lots at Foothills Community Park: We will meet at the parking lot near the restrooms adjacent to the dog park on 7th Street. This walk is also accessible by the SKIP bus, which stops at Broadway and Violet; the Park is a few blocks west of Broadway. We'll meet at 9:30 am and begin walking at 9:35. The walk will end by 11:15 or 11:30 am.

Trip Notes:

~ Be sure to bring water, sun protection, and wear appropriate clothing for the season. For winter walking, wear breathable layers, a hat, and bring non-slip shoe cleats or wear boots with good traction.

~ Dogs on short, non-retractable leashes are welcome.

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!
17 attendees
Full Flower Moon Walk
Fri, May 1 · 8:00 PM MDT
Davidson Mesa Trailhead, S 80th St, Boulder, CO, US
TYPE: Walk | PACE: Gentle/Conversational | TERRAIN: Dirt/Gravel Trails | DISTANCE: 3.3 miles |

Walk Description: The full "Flower" moon will be visible on Friday, May 1, at around 8:25 pm. Let's meet at sunset to hike the 3.3-mile loop around Davidson Mesa and watch for the full moon to emerge as the sun goes down. If the group wants to go farther, we'll add the loop around Harper Lake.

Schedule and Planning: We will meet at 8:00 pm in the parking lot at Davidson Mesa, on the west side of McCaslin Blvd. The hike will take about an hour, but we'll stop to take in the views along the way. Parking is also available in the Harper Lake lot on the east side of McCaslin Blvd. You can park there and walk through the underpass to our meeting place. There are restrooms on the Harper Lake side.

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.

Trip Notes:
~ We will begin walking at 8:05 pm, so please arrive on time.
~ Be sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, sun protection and wear appropriate gear/clothing for the season.
~ No dogs, please.

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!
39 attendees
Fitness Walk Beginning at Foothills Community Park
Tue, May 12 · 9:30 AM MDT
Foothills Community Park, 800 Cherry Avenue, Boulder, CO, US
TYPE: Same Time, Same Place Monthly | PACE: Fitness/Conversational | TERRAIN: Packed dirt multi-use path, sidewalks, and dirt trail | DISTANCE: Approx. 4 or 5 miles

Walk Description: This fitness walk is held the second Tuesday of every month; beginning and ending at Foothills Community Park near the restrooms and the dog park, going south along multi-use paths onto sidewalks in the Wonderland Hills neighborhood, and looping back north on the Foothills Trail, taking a short side trip (less than a mile) on the Old Kiln Trail. Along the way, hikers will see some beautiful views of Wonderland Lake, the foothills, and the eastern plains. The route includes gentle hills, with little, but some, elevation gain.

Lorrie Johnson has been leading walks and hikes with the Boulder Ramblers since 2017.

Schedule and Planning: There are two parking lots at Foothills Community Park: We will meet at the parking lot near the restrooms adjacent to the dog park on 7th Street. This walk is also accessible by the SKIP bus, which stops at Broadway and Violet; the Park is a few blocks west of Broadway. We'll meet at 9:30 am and begin walking at 9:35. The walk will end by 11:15 or 11:30 am.

Trip Notes:

~ Be sure to bring water, sun protection, and wear appropriate clothing for the season. For winter walking, wear breathable layers, a hat, and bring non-slip shoe cleats or wear boots with good traction.

~ Dogs on short, non-retractable leashes are welcome.

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!
13 attendees
Mesa Trail Traverse
Sat, May 16 · 8:00 AM MDT
South Mesa Trailhead, 3633 Eldorado Springs Dr, Boulder, CO, US
TYPE: Hike | PACE: Conversational | TERRAIN: Dirt trail, hills, rocks | DISTANCE: Approx. 6.5 miles one way | DIFFICULTY: Moderate | ELEVATION GAIN: About 1,100 feet

Description: Spend a satisfying morning hiking the full length of the Mesa Trail! Come connect with nature, with others and with yourself in a truly restorative environment, walking at a comfortable pace for conversation. This 6.5-mile (one way) hike from the South Mesa Trailhead north to Chautauqua Park is a delightful spring adventure, with great views galore. This is a great training hike for the Walk 360 Slow Marathon - especially if you walk both ways!

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.

Schedule & Planning: We will gather at South Mesa Trailhead at 8 am and leave no later than 8:15 am. Please arrange to carpool or be dropped off, as parking at the trailhead is limited and the trail shuttles don't begin service until Memorial Day. You can use the comment function below to arrange shared rides. If there is interest among participants, Darcy will arrange a reservation for lunch at the Chautauqua Dining Hall.

Trip Notes:
~ Be sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, sun protection and wear appropriate gear/clothing for the season.
~ NO dogs, please.

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!
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