LAST Qualifying + Conditioning Hike Until Fall

NOTE - this is likely last qualifying hike before fall. If you would like to attend trips with us this summer, this is your last chance! There is a possibility a leader will have a free weekend and post some but it is not recommended to count on this! We will continue to post trips - don't miss out on this final opportunity to qualify for the 2026 summer backpacking season.

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This is a qualifying hike to participate in upcoming backpacking events with Colorado Springs Backpackers (COSBP). If you have a dog you want to bring backpacking, your dog must also qualify. Friendly, well behaved, leashed dogs welcome. If you have already qualified, you are welcome to participate if you are interested in doing a conditioning hike.

You only have to complete a qualifying hike once unless it's been more than 8 months since last participating in a COSBP trip or hike.
Before being able to participate in this hike you must fill out a waiver -
https://forms.gle/3DzXeRDJziLAZ8nJ7

What it takes to qualify:
1 - Carry a full backpacking pack for the whole hike that weighs at least 24 pounds. I suggest you pack it as you would if you were actually backpacking. I DO NOT suggest carrying actual weights as it will be too unevenly distributed and awkward. We will weigh packs.
2 - Finish the hike without any major problems.
3 - You know and can communicate about when you need to take a break.
4 - No pace requirement.
5 - Good attitude - gets along well with people.

Hike Route: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/pancake-rocks--2
6.5miles // 1,702ft