About us
Hello!
Sometimes it seems like there is a gap in hiking groups: groups that do really easy things or groups that are much more challenging. I am planning to keep this a little more intermediate. Some hikes will be more advanced hikes, but done at a bit slower pace. This is a group to enjoy the out doors and get to know your fellow hikers. As I do like to get away from the crowds, hikes will be 1-2 hrs away but, hey, I live near Pine so this is for the Denver/Boulder folks.
I tend to lead hikes south of Mt. Falcon near Morrison at this time. I also host the Colorado Target Shooting and Co-host the Denver PrepperNet groups.
Things to know:
Intermediate group- anywhere from 4 to 10ish miles, may or may not be a trail, elevation gain/loss will vary but can be considerable, we go out to eat after, do plan most of your day for this. I will usually meet with the group at local eatery at the conclusion of the hike.
^We are not a run to the top group. We are out there to enjoy the sights, laugh lots, and take photographs. However there is a wide range and speeds and abilities. I want you to be comfortable and enjoy your hike. Be aware of your abilities.
^Well trained and friendly dogs will be very welcome. I often look for hikes where they can be off leash, so that is usually in National Forests. I bring cookies ;-)
^While children are not excluded, there may be adult language and conversation on the trail.
^You are responsible for bringing your own supplies, gear, traction footwear, water, first aid, and snacks. While this group is amazing about sharing, being prepared will make it a much more comfortable and enjoyable trip for you.
In this age of COVID-19 please take care to make yourself safe. I am all about personal responsibility and self safety. What precautions that you take are up to you!! Obviously, if you're sick stay home.
I look so forward to walking next to you!!
Upcoming events
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Earth Sheltered Home Build site visit
Location not specified yetGreetings fellow earth sheltered home enthusiasts ( and Front Range Intermediate Hiking group Members)
This will be a site visit to discuss tools, methodology and construction progress of my earth sheltered home build. This is the only home of its type in Jefferson County Colorado.
We well be viewing tool use, construction methods, blue print reading, work practices and site safety.
I will require visitors to the site to sign a hold harmless document as this is an active building site.
Dress warmly and wear rugged foot gear.
I would be helpful if attendees would view my YouTube channel prior to the site visit.
https://www.youtube.com/@50mercman
My site address is: 63 S. Jones Creek Lane, Pine CO 80470. Turn on to Jones Creek Circle off of Woodside Drive. Approximately 40 yards turn right onto Jones Creek Lane. At the County turn around go left up hill past the blue dumpster. The building site is at the top of the private road before turning right.
If diesired I can meet attendees at the Pine Junction Park and Ride off of 285. At the traffic light turn on to Mt. Evans BLVD, on the same side of the road as the Crossroads restaraunt. Approximately 50 yards on the same side as the Crossroads there is Park and Ride. I will be there at 0930.
My email is dakuwa@earthlink.net
253.951.9222
Past events
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