What we’re about
Summit 13ers and 14ers in all seasons, couloir climbs, rock scrambles, backpacking, snowshoeing, lake hikes! Join us for a variety of activities, for beginners through experienced. Most of these will occur at a slow to moderate pace, usually 1-2 mph avg. Let's get out there and enjoy our Colorado lifestyle!
I encourage people to get together outside of the planned events. If you're interested in an activity that's not posted, please post a comment in the Home comments section instead of the individual events.
If you would like to lead some activities please message Stephanie Irwin.
Upcoming events
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Chasm Lake Hike
Location not specified yetChasm Lake is gorgeous in winter with snowy highlights on the Diamond of Longs Peak, and other surrounding rocky formations. Much of this 8.5 mile hike will be above treeline. The last scramble up to the lake could be slippery. Microspikes are recommended, along with the usual winter layers, wind shell, waterproof boots, snacks, and water in a freeze resistant container.
We will hike as a group, re-grouping at all forks in the trail. Please be able to navigate back to the trail if you turn around before the lake. Our average pace will be 1 - 3 mph. Please don't sign up for this hike if you are unwilling to wait for the group.
Meeting Place: Longs Peak Trailhead Sign
Meet Time: Ready to Hike at 8 am
Roundtrip Distance: 8.5 miles
Gear: Winter Hiking Gear
Check comments a few days before the hike for snow and weather updates. I don't think we'll need snowshoes, but will confirm as we get closer to the event.12 attendees
Summer International Climbing Trip - Interest Check
Location not specified yetSummer Climbing Trip – Interest Check
I’m putting out feelers for a possible summer climbing trip and want to see who’s up for it. The dates listed are just placeholders—nothing is set yet. Expect about two weeks with travel from the US.
If you’re interested, RSVP so you’re included once we start talking details. When we have a group, we’ll move the conversation to a WhatsApp group and sort through options together.
Last year’s Cordillera Blanca trip in Peru got great reviews, and since I had to miss it, revisiting that itinerary (*with a few tweaks) is one option. Another possibility is heading to Bolivia for peaks like Illimani. Some objectives could reach 20,000+ ft.
This trip is for moderately experienced climbers. You must already be comfortable on steep snow with crampons and an ice axe.
We’re also hoping to get in a few local spring couloir climbs as warm‑ups, depending on avalanche conditions. Last season was quite volatile, but we’ll see how things shape up.
Let’s start dreaming of adventure!
*A few things I’d handle differently this time around:
- A non‑refundable deposit (late cancellations don’t work for a logistically complicated trip)
- All‑or‑none participation (if you prefer a partial itinerary, you’re welcome to coordinate separately with a guide)
- Adding a contingency day for a summit attempt in case of weather or other delays
- Keep the group to at least moderately experienced climbers
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Past events
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