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Volume 45, No.1

The newsletter of the Denver Group of the Colorado Mountain Club

www.hikingdenver.net www.cmc.org

January 2013

The newsletter of the Denver Group of the Colorado Mountain ClubMile High Mountaineer

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSMembership Services employees at the AMC receive hundreds of calls every month asking basic questions from Denver Group

members and leaders. We are featuring the top three most frequently asked questions and responses for you.

FAQ from MembersWhat is the difference between a Casual and a Moderate Pace on a hike?

A casual pace is generally less than 1.7 miles per hour. A casual pace indicates that the trip is not rushed; that there may be frequent stops for flower, animal track, or geology formation identification. A casual pace is more about the journey than the destination.

What is the difference between Moderate and Difficult A Classified Hikes?

The sub classification of Easy, Moderate & Difficult on any trip is an estimate by the leader to provide additional definition of the trip to those interested. The definitions of Easy, Moderate & Difficult are not rigid and may vary from one trip to another depending on the leader’s assessment of the trip/trail conditions. Examples: Alderfer Park has an Easy A trip at 4 miles, 500 feet of gain but at 7 miles, 1100 feet of gain Alderfer Park is listed as a Difficult A Chief Mountain is a Moderate A at 3 miles, 1000 feet of gain and is On Trail. However, at 4 miles, 1000 feet of gain and Off Trail it is listed as a Difficult A.

I’m not sure what my pace is. How do I know if this is the correct hike for me?

Try going on lower classified hikes to start with and see how you do. If the pace is too slow, sign up for a faster paced hike the next time, or if too fast go down to a lower paced hike the next time. If the leader or someone in the group has a GPS unit, the average moving miles per hour of the individual carrying the GPS will be shown on the screen. Ask the person carrying the GPS to share the average moving miles per hour with the group. Overall Comment: Although not a formal definition, generally these ranges indicate the hike pace. Snowshoeing, travel on rocky terrain, bouldering, hiking off trail where you encounter downed trees, wind, traveling at night with headlamps and frequent stream crossings will reduce the pace of the group traveling in those conditions. Pace of travel is only an indication as selected by the leader.

Casual less than 1.7 mph to 2.0 mphModerate 2.0+mph – 2.5 mphFast 2.5+

FAQ from LeadersWhy do I have to complete the Trip Report after the trip is done? (The Trip Report is a feature for leaders using on-line registration and is shown once the leader “closes” the trip.)

CMC receives Scientific Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) funding which originates from a 1/10th of 1% sales tax throughout the seven-county Denver Metro area. In 2011 CMC received over $164,000 from SCFD funds. SCFD requires that organizations receiving funding file reports of their activities. The only manner in which CMC can track the number of hours spent in outdoor recreation is to have leaders complete the trip report indicating the number of hours on the trail, trail conditions, and a narrative of the trip. Leaders are assisting CMC to receive SCFD funding by completing the Activity Report. NOTE: Accident/Incident reports are NOT to be reported in the Activity Report.

A trip I led was “surveyed”. Who sends these out? Are all my trips surveyed?

The State Membership Committee has a goal that every member on a CMC trip have a highly satisfactory experience. The State authorized CMC staff to select a minimum of one trip a month from all Groups to be surveyed using standard questions. The survey goes to all participants on the trip that are listed on the roster. Participants may or may not elect to respond to the survey. If the participants do respond they have the option of not only rating various aspects of the trip but also making individual comments. The survey results from each individual trip are summarized and provided to Group Chairs, and in Denver’s case also provided to the Denver Safety & Leadership Committee (DS&L)

How was my trip selected to be surveyed? What is being done with the results?

Trips are selected by CMC staff in a random manner.DS&L receives the survey information and assuming the results are positive, a Thank You/Appreciation card is send in the next month to the leader of the trip. If the results are not positive, DS&L will take the results into consideration for training purposes and Trip Leader School content curriculum, and/or may call the leader to suggest there is an improvement he/she may want to make on future trips. Overall Comment:Denver Group also has the ability for members and leaders to register their Compliments/ Complaints on the

hikingdenver.net website to the right side of the main screen. Participants or Leaders reporting a Compliment or Complaint may provide their name or may leave the comment anonymously. DS&L sends an Appreciation Card to those who receive Compliments and follows up personally on Complaints. The trip survey asks participants to rate various aspects of the trip and the trip leader at 6 levels: Excellent, Good, Adequate, Poor, Unacceptable, and Not Applicable. The one rating of trip leaders that can easily be improved upon is “Presentation of CMC’s Various Programs”. Leaders can glean future events in the coming week or month from Rucksack, the Mile High Mountaineer, or the home CMC screen and mention these upcoming events to their trip participants. As an example, Winter Trails Day on January 12th at Echo Lake is an opportunity for members to try various brands of snowshoes at no charge. This information could be announced to trip participants that want to try snowshoeing or those who need new snow shoes. Providing this type of information to members is an example of “Leaders as Ambassadors”.

New and Prospective Member OrientationJanuary 28, AMC, 6:30pm

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CMC AT OUR NEXT INFORMATIONAL MEETING FOR NEW MEMBERS AND THOSE INTERESTED IN JOINING:

The Denver Group offers monthly new member meetings for new and prospective members. These meetings feature informative and interesting videos and briefings on hiking skills and trip policies, and are strongly recommended for all new members.

Contact Membership Services at 303-279-3080 ext. 2 for more information. Signup is not required to attend, but preferred. All are welcome!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTSFor more information about schools, speakers, volunteer opportunities, and special events, go to www.cmc.org and click on PROGRAMS. To see member-only schools and seminars, you must first sign in as a member.

TRIP SIGNUPTo register for CMC trips online, go to www.cmc.org, sign in as a member, and click on TRIP SIGNUP. Search by whatever criteria you like; fewer criteria work better. Call the office at 303-279-3080 x 2 if you need your password or any assistance.

A WINTER SIX – PACKSix locations for Ice Climbing as reported in the Winter 2012 Trail & Timberline CMC Magazine by Brendan Leonard are within short Front Range drives. For Routes and Location/Approach see the full article in Trail & Timberline but here is a list of the Six-pack and a brief description.Lincoln Falls Northeast Slopes of Mount Lincoln and almost 12,000 ft elevationHidden Falls Wild Basin Areas in the Southeast Corner of RMNP; beginner friendlyJewel LakeA mellow snowshoe or ski takes you into Glacier Gorge; climb an east facing slab in the trees above the lakeBlack Lake SlabsNorth facing slope with 2000 ft of elevation gain can be harsh in winter but friendlier in springClear Creek CanyonA quick fix after work with a handful of lines from one to three pitchesSilver Plume FallsAn hour from downtown Denver, south facing slope; get there earlyThink you’d like to try it – Enroll in Basic Ice Climbing School (BICS) or Technical Ice Climbing School (TICS) described on page 4. Prerequisites are stated for each school.

Date Start time Event

5-Jan 8:30AM Avalanche Terrain Avoidance

7-Jan 6:30 PM Fly Tying

8-Jan 7:00 PM BMS Orientation

9-Jan 6:30 PM Denver Group Council

9-Jan 7:00 PM Photography Section

10-Jan 7:00 PM Great Outdoor Reading Program

14-Jan 7:00 PM BMS Orientation

14-Jan 6:30 PM Fly Tying School

15-Jan 6:30PM Telemark Ski School

16-Jan 6:30 PM High Altitude Mountaineering School

21-Jan 6:00 PM RMOTHG Board Meeting


22-Jan 6:30 PM Winter Camping School


24-Jan 6:30 PM Fly Fishing School Planning Meeting


28-Jan 6:30 PM New & Prospective Member Meeting

28-Jan 6:30 PM Adventure Travel Committee


29-Jan 6:30 PM Winter Camping School


DENVER GROUP DUES INCREASEAlthough the State dues increased last year, Denver Group members have not seen their Group dues raised in more than five years. Since the last increase, like most other items and activities in our lives, our costs have also risen. For example, the cost of meeting rooms at the American Mountaineering Club will increase by 25% in 2013, for a net increase of over $8,000. In view of the increasing operating cost of the Denver Group, Denver Group Council approved an increase in Group dues effective January 1, 2013. Individual membership dues will increase by $5 per year; family memberships by $8 per year.

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DENVER GROUP ELECTION OF OFFICERSThe Denver Group Council elected the following officers at its November 13th meeting:Jeff Flax, Chair Janet Martel, SecretaryBob Collins resigned as Treasurer and re-ceived recognition for his work during his term. Neil Scheilmann was appointed by Chair Jeff Flax for a one-year term as Treasurer.

INES PAPERT: ROCK & ICEWednesday, January 9th, AMC7:00pm, Fee: $5.00

In her new lecture “In Fels und Eis (Rock and Ice)”, Ines Papert (37) takes the spectator on a journey into the realm of her adventures. In this high quality and richly illustrated multimedia show the professional mountaineer tells about successes and failures, deep friendships among team members and companions, deprivations and a zest for life, loneliness and moments of happiness. Apart from climbing highlights, autobiographical sequences document the evolution of Ines over the years. The competition climber and four-time world champion in ice climbing has grown into a successful expedition alpinist and all round climber. The direct battle against other competitors has given way to the team spirit of a rope team. Finally Ines Papert shows scenes from her intense day-to-day training routine, the preparation of big projects and talks about her deep love for her second home, the Berchtesgadener Land.

Register on line at cmc.org, Programs, Speakers

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Date Leader Phone Number Trip Title Type1-Jan Paul Bleau 303-319-0265 Roxborough State Park Difficult A

1-Jan John H Bickel 303-670-2974 Jim Creek Ski Tour Easy II Ski Tour

1-Jan Marland P Billings 303-323-5638 Jones Pass Area Mod. III Ski Tour

1-Jan Richard Lilley 720-493-9702 Leader's Choice Special

2 - 3 Jan Bill Haneghan 303-957-7409 BMS Denver Application Difficult C

5-Jan Roger J Wendell 303-984-5141 Mt Falcon Park and Summit 7,851' Moderate B5-Jan John Raich 970-482-8977 Cameron Pass Backcountry Ski Tour Mod. III Ski Tour

5-Jan Linda Lawson 303-793-0144 Optional ATA Field Day Easy Snowshoe

5-Jan Tracy Atkins 303-586-4024 Heart Lake Diff. Snowshoe

5-Jan Linda A James 303-783-3849 Colorado Pass Leader's Choice Downhill Ski Trip

8-Jan Linda Lawson 303-793-0144 Never Ever Snow Shoe Orientation Instruction Session

9-Jan Jane Johnston 303-238-4732 Mayflower Gulch Mod. Snowshoe

11 - 13 Jan Stan Moore 303-929-7802 Little Big Horn Battlefield Difficult A

12-Jan Earl Beam 303-989-0510 Deer Creek Canyon Open Space Difficult A

12-Jan John Raich 970-482-8977 Cameron Pass Backcountry Ski Tour Mod. III Ski Tour

12-Jan John Walters 720-344-0504 Never Ever Snow Shoe Orientation Instruction Session

12-Jan Linda A James 303-783-3849 Vail Ski Resort Downhill Ski Trip

12 - 13 Jan Sharon Dawson 303-238-5035 Mt Elbert 14,443' Difficult D

13-Jan David Pellegrini 303-910-7140 Fletcher Mtn. 13,951' Moderate C

13-Jan Grayson Garner 303-450-1063 Finch Lake/Pear Lake Diff. Snowshoe

15-Jan Linda K Lawson 303-793-0144 French Gulch Mod. Snowshoe

16-Jan Jane Johnston 303-238-4732 Wild Irishman Mine Mod. II Ski Tour

18 - 19 Jan Frank Burzynski 303-914-1085 RMOTHG Francie's Hut Trip Mod. Snowshoe

19-Jan Byron Colwell 303-421-4477 Scott Gomer Creek Easy Snowshoe

19-Jan Richard O Louden 303-988-1380 Nymph, Dream and Emerald Lakes Easy Snowshoe

19-Jan John Walters 720-344-0504 Burning Bear Gulch Mod. Snowshoe

20-Jan Tim Gattone 720-987-5534 Tennessee Pass Nordic Center Nordic Center

22-Jan Linda Lawson 303-793-0144 Lilly Pad Lake Mod. Snowshoe

26-Jan Earl Beam 303-989-0510 White Ranch Open Space Moderate B

26-Jan Richard O Louden 303-988-1380 Mills Lake/RMNP Easy Snowshoe

26-Jan John Walters 720-344-0504 Scott Gomer Cr. Easy Snowshoe

26-Jan Cheryl Ames 303-940-2043 Jenny Creek Mod. Snowshoe

27-Jan Daniel Ondrejko 720-301-4639 Bear Lake to Bierstadt Lk Family Outing Easy Snowshoe

29-Jan Linda Lawson 303-793-0144 North Rock Creek Mod. Snowshoe

Denver Group ABBREVIATED ACTIVITY SCHEDULE January 1 - January 31, 2013 (as of December 9, 2012).

TO SIGN UP AND GET THE MOST UP-TO-DATE ACTIVITY SCHEDULE GO TO:cmc.org➔trip schedule➔login➔group➔Denver

WFA VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTORS NEEDED The Wilderness First Aid School is looking for volunteers! We need instructors as well as individuals to help with

the administrative tasks that it takes to put on a course (see descriptions below). WFA is required for CMC Leaders and at the core of our safety program, making it a critical element in the level of service that the CMC strives to provide. Volunteers will receive one year of access to “Promotive” for significant discounts on outdoor equipment. Instructors present the prepared first aid curriculum

for the course and coach students in the hands on practice sessions and scenario day. Administrative assistance organized individuals can provide invaluable support doing tasks that include reserving rooms, planning the agenda, tracking students’ completion for certification, coordinating instructors, setting up the room, ordering books, make copies of handouts, etc. Pick whichever and as many tasks you can perform. If you have questions or are interested in volunteering, please contact Carol Giffen at [email protected].

I-70/285 SNOW SHOE SERIES OFFERED AVOID THE TRAFFIC HASSEL A snow shoe series is offered with travel to snowshoe destinations off I-70 on Tuesdays and off Hwy 285 on Saturdays. Each trip is exploratory meaning the leaders have not scouted the trip in ad-vance. The series begins Tuesday, January 15th and goes through March 30, Saturday. Leaders: John Walters & Linda Lawson who invite other snow shoe leaders to lead or co-lead in this snow shoe series.


DENVER GROUP SCHOOLSFor more information and to register for Denver Group Schools, go to www.cmc.org, log in as a member, and go to PROGRAMS, EDUCATION. Members of other CMC Groups are welcome to attend these schools for a $10 surcharge. Denver Group Standard Refund Policy: “Student/Participant requests for refunds of tuition/fees must be requested in writing to the appropriate school or event director. Requests made prior to 30 days before the beginning of the school/event will be processed less a $10 handling fee. Requests made within 30 days of the school/event will be refunded at 50% of the amount paid. No refunds will be made after the beginning of the school/event. However, a refund less $10 can be obtained if a person is found to take the original student’s place in a school.”

Basic Ice Climbing Seminar (BICS) Bruce McVaugh, BICS Director, at: [email protected]: 6:30- 9:00 pm, January 30; Field Day: Saturday February 2nd; Location to be determined (February 3rd alternative for inclement weather on February 2nd) Prerequisites: BRCS (Basic Rock Climbing Seminar) or equivalent and at least 10 days climbing experience on rock Class Limit: 8Fee: $65 DG Members; $75 non-DG MembersRegister: On line at cmc.org

BICS is designed as an introduction to ice climbing in top-rope settings. BICS will introduce novice or experienced rock climbers to the basics of ice climbing, and teach them to safely enjoy the sport in top-rope settings. The course focuses on equipment, safety, and technique. Students must be competent in basic climbing safety systems, including belaying, communication, tying-in, etc. BICS does not teach avalanche awareness or avalanche safety. These topics are covered in the Avalanche Terrain Avoidance Seminar or AIARE Level 1 School. If you are interested in learning to lead on ice, and are an experienced trad leader, consider the Technical Ice Climbing School (TICS).

Avalanche Terrain Avoidance SeminarLinda Lawson [email protected] Sessions: Session 2: Lecture & Optional Field Day

January 5Session 3: Lecture February 12, Optional Field

day February 16Fee: Discount fee for Existing and New Denver Trip Leaders $20; All DG Members $30; Non-Denver Group Members $35

This 3-hour, one-evening, introductory avalanche terrain avoidance class is a prerequisite for winter leader qualification by all NEW leaders, certified after September 30, 2011. “Winter” is defined as the period between October 1st and April 30th. The Avalanche Terrain Avoidance (ATA) Seminar is open to all Denver Group Members, Existing and New Trip Leaders, and Non-Denver Group Members. The field trip is designed to point out both avalanche prone and non-avalanche prone terrain. Registration for January and February sessions is OPEN.

Introductory Fly Tying SchoolJonathan Walter 303-456-6279 before 9 PM or [email protected], January 7, 14 ,21 & 28; 6:30-9:30 PM Minimum: 4 students; Maximum: 8 studentsFee: $200 includes all materials, tools, and viseRegister: on line at www.cmc.org. No refunds after 12/20/12

There is great satisfaction from catching a fish on a fly that you tied! Come join us for this class and learn how! This is an entry level class that will cover thread and tool handling and basic techniques as we tie about 8 popular, versatile patterns for trout. The skills taught are applicable to many different patterns for trout and other species. Requirements are patience, good humor and if you have visual challenges, as I do, a pair of drugstore magnifying glasses can be helpful. Fly tying can ultimately save you money and there is a special satisfaction in fooling a fish on a fly you tied!

You will get the most out of this class if you practice between classes---please set aside some time to do this.

Potential Basic Mountaineering School (BMS) Students: Mandatory Orientation Meeting DatesJanuary 8 OR January 14; 7:00 PM at AMC You must attend one meeting, not both Application deadline: February 28th Bill Haneghan, BMS director, at [email protected] For more information on BMS go to bms.cmcschools.org

Please join us for one of the mandatory informational orientation sessions to learn more about BMS! We will tell stories, show a few slides and have previous students and current instructors available.

Remember that to apply for BMS students need a “C” hiker classification which requires successful completion of two “C” trips, one of which must be rated a Difficult C, plus completion of Wilderness Trekking School or Backpacking School. Note that you do not have to be classified as a “B” hiker before being classified as a “C” hiker. Available “C” hikes become fewer as the winter season approaches so don’t wait too long. For more information on Hiker Classifications go to www.hikingdenver.net/membershp/tripclassifications.

Telemark Ski SchoolJim Kennedy, Director at 303-663-1345 before 9pm or [email protected] Format: One Lecture and two on-snow field daysSession 1: Lecture Tuesday, January 15th, Field

weekend Saturday, January 19th Loveland; Sunday January 20th Backcountry;

Enrollment deadline January 14thSession 2: Lecture Tuesday, February 5th, Field

weekend Saturday February 9th Loveland; Sunday February 10th Backcountry;

Enrollment deadline: February 4thPrerequisite: Fitness to accommodate backcountry terrain; DG Moderate Ski Rating or Equivalent; Students not fit for backcountry terrain will be asked to skip the back country field day with no refund.Fee: $50 Denver Group Members; $60 non-Denver Group Members; Fee DOES NOT include lift tickets of $30 each sold on Lecture night

The Telemark Ski School celebrates its 30th year of providing quality volunteer instruction to hundreds of students hailing from all over Colorado! We help “never-ever”, beginner, intermediate and advanced level Telemark skiers learn and/or improve their Telemark skiing skills, as well as teaching them how to transition those skills into the backcountry for more enjoyable adventures.

If you currently venture into the back country on touring skies, have witnessed telly skiers carving sweet s-turns down a slope and through the trees, and have wondered to yourself “can I do that”, we are here to tell you that “YES, YOU CAN” and we’ll help you get there!

Technical Ice Climbing School (TICS) Todd Felix, TICS Director, at: [email protected] Dates: Lectures February 6, 7 & 20; 6-8:30pm Field Outings: From Early Morning to Evening#1: Local - February 16 & 17 Saturday & Sunday#2: Lake City - February 22 -24, Friday – Sunday; Travel Friday evening, All day Saturday and Sunday Morning; Return Saturday Afternoon Prerequisites: Graduation from Trad Lead Climbing School (TLCS) or equivalent Class Limit: 4 Fee: DG Members $180; Non-DG members $200

Acceptance by Application Only to [email protected] with following information:1) A brief climbing history or climbing resume 2) Year of graduation from TLCS or equivalent. 3) Two climbing references who can vouch for your experience and safety as a climber and leader-- preferably references within the CMC

“The adventure of life is to learn. The purpose of life is to grow. The nature of life is to change. The challenge of life is to overcome. The essence of life is to care. The opportunity of life is to serve. The secret of life is to dare. The spice of life is to befriend. The beauty of life is to give.”

- William Arthur Ward


Denver Tech Section, or known by the TICS Director; applicants must be comfortable leading 5.7 trad

TICS is designed for members who wish to extend their rock climbing skills to high angle ice found in mountain couloirs, frozen waterfalls, glaciers, and on expedition climbs. The course strictly focuses on climbing technical ice: technique, gear, movement, efficiency, safety, and protection. Most students are pursuing lead-climbing on ice. This is usually an integral part of the course, but it is not mandatory. Please note: TICS does not cover crevasse rescue, winter survival training, construction of snow shelters, or evacuation procedures for injured climbers. Many of these skills are taught in High Altitude Mountaineering School): http://cmc.org/denver/schools_mountaineer_ HighAMS.aspx; nor does it cover avalanche awareness or avalanche safety which are covered in the Avalanche Terrain Avoidance Seminar and AIARE Level 1 School.

AIARE Level 1 Avalanche School Tom Creighton, Director, [email protected] Session 1: Lecture & Field Days February 1-3; Session 2: Lectures February 26 & 28, AMC, 7:00-10:00pm; Field Days March 2 & 3Fee: $195 DG Members;

$205 non-DG members

If you participate in winter activities such as Ice or Snow Climbing, Backcountry Telemark or Tour Skiing, Ski Mountaineering or Snowshoe in the backcountry, you want to know what AIARE Level 1 training can do for you. If you want to become a Backcountry Winter Leader this class is required for certification of all DG Backcountry winter trip leaders after September 30, 2011. Field days will be held IN AVLANCHE TERRAIN. Probe techniques and beacons will be used as components of Companion Rescue. Students need to have their own beacon, shovel, probe. A few shovels and probes are available for sale at the January lecture. “Decision Making in Avalanche Terrain” L-1 is a 3 day/24 hour introduction to avalanche hazard management that:

• Provides a basic understanding of avalanches

• Describes a framework for decision making and risk management in avalanche terrain

• Focuses on identifying the right questions, rather than on providing “answers”

• Gives lessons and exercises that are practically oriented, useful, and applicable in the field

Learning Outcomes: • Plan and prepare for travel in avalanche

terrain • Recognize avalanche terrain • Describe a basic framework for making

decisions in avalanche terrain • Learn and apply effective companion rescue

A final knowledge quiz tests student comprehension and provides feedback to instructors on instructional techniques.

BMS Announces Orientation And Application ProcessBMS Director Bill Haneghan ([email protected])Applications due date: February 28, 2013. Standard Denver Group policy for tuition refund appliesApplication link by registering for Denver Group Trip #13262.

Basic Mountaineering School (BMS) teaches skills needed to participate safely on non-glaciated mountaineering climbs. These skills include navigation and route finding, planning and organizing climbs, rock climbing skills for following on 4th and 5th class routes, and snow climbing skills to include roped climbing with crampons.

The goal of the school is to graduate only members who can safely and competently participate in club mountaineering activities. BMS is a physically/mentally challenging and rewarding school for members interested in high peak climbing and/or rock climbing. BMS teaches the skills needed to pursue these activities safely and competently. These objectives are achieved through a time-intensive schedule of lectures and field trips. Significant personal effort (physical conditioning, reading, trip planning, knot tying practice, etc.) outside of class is required.

PREREQUISITES: 1) 18 years or older.2) Current CMC membership.3) Denver Group C hiking classification.4) Attendance at one orientation meeting – see schedule below5) Prepayment of $275 tuition. - Good physical conditioning, stamina and a commitment to participate in all lectures and field days.

ORIENTATION MEETING: BMS orientation meetings for prospective applicants: Tuesday, January 8 and Monday, January 14, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., AMC GoldenAttendance at one of the orientations is required.

Fly Fishing SchoolDates: Lectures 6:30-9:15pm, March 2 & April 3; 6:00-8:30pm April 10th; All lectures at AMC, GoldenField trips: April 13-7:30am – 3:00pm Lake Lehow; April 20 – Senior Instructor’s Choice of location, duration and timeRegistration deadline: February 24Fee: $145 DG members; $155 non-DG MembersMaximum: 35 students; Register: www.hikingdenver.net or www.cmc.org

If you enjoy the streams and lakes of the Rockies and would like to fish at your destination this is the school for you. The school is designed for beginners and the inexperienced. Basic information regarding gear, knots, insects, trout behavior and casting is taught. Tuition covers three evening classes, two days of on-stream instruction, a 100-page handbook, many accessories and 24 flies. An optional shopping night is offered on Thursday, April 4th. Students supply their own rod, reel, line, waders, boots and license. This is a great way to prepare for CMC Fly Fishing trips.

After graduation from the FF School, students should reserve May 3, 4, and 5 on your calendar. This is the first FF trip after the school and is one of the best trips of the year. The trip is designed to let you practice your newly learned FF skills. You will fish in small groups with our experienced members. You will be able to register for this trip after January 1st on cmc.org, select the Programs tab, Education.

DENVER GROUP SCHOOLS

NEVER EVER SNOW SHOE ORIENTATION OFFERED Two instructional snow shoe trips are offered for members who have NEVER EVER tried snowshoeing previously. All instruction will be at the meeting location and on trail, no sitting in a class room looking at photos.

Snow shoes and poles can be rented from local gear retailers. Rentals are usually for a 3 day period: the day you check them out, the day of use and the day of return.

Sign up for Trip #19884 on January 8, Tuesday or Trip # 19892, January 12, Saturday.

Leaders will determine locations based on snow conditions. Members who have some snow shoe experience and want to brush up their skills are welcome if the trip has not filled with members who have NEVER EVER snow shoed previously.


Ski Mountaineering SchoolDates: Lectures: March 7, 14, 21 from 6:30-9:30 PM at AMC, GoldenField trips: March 30, April 13, 27 & May 11, 24-26Prerequisites: WFA, AIARE Level 1 Avalanche School or approved equivalentRegistration: by application. Fee: $140 DG & $160 non-DG Members School Directors: Michelle Jung or Brendan Reiss at [email protected] our website at http://www.hikingdenver.net/schools/skimountaineeringschool

Interested in taking your downhill skiing skills into the BACKCOUNTRY?

Join us for the Ski Mountaineering School, offered in spring 2013 by the Denver Group. The school is intended to develop the skills, attitudes, and awareness needed for ski mountaineering tours. Such tours might include ski descents of Colorado’s 13’ers and 14’ers, and ski traverses and ski mountaineering routes in Europe and Canada. Some of the topics covered include trip planning

and preparation, appropriate ski gear and equipment, helpful backcountry ski techniques, route finding, and avalanche assessment.

If you have not completed an avalanche course with at least a two full days of field practice, you should enroll in the 2013 CMC AIARE Level I Course Session 1 or Session 2.

Participants using alpine touring, telemark, or split snowboard gear are welcome. This school is designed for members with a good level of fitness (should be able to hike 1,000 vertical feet in an hour), the ability to ski black diamond slopes at downhill ski areas, some familiarity with backcountry skiing, basic mountaineering skills and experience. The emphasis of this course is not on teaching ski techniques but to integrate ski equipment and skills into the mountaineering experience.

The course consists of 3 weekday evening lectures and 5 weekend field trips; the last field trip will be 3 days and nights of peak climbs and ski descents.

The school is also looking for instructors and assistant instructors with previous ski mountaineering experience.

Alpine Scrambling Course Lecture: May 21,Tuesday 6:00-10:00PM: AMC, GoldenField Day: June 1, SaturdayFee: DG Members $100; non DG Members $125Deb Kirk, Alpine Scrambling Course Director, [email protected] For more info: http://www.hikingdenver.net/schools/alpinescramblingcourse

Alpine scrambling is non-technical climbing that involves off-trail travel, often over rock and snow. Most Colorado summits are accessible by scrambling routes. You can use the skills acquired in this course to reach the summits of hundreds of Colorado 14ers and 13ers. The goal of the course is to teach the skills needed to scramble enjoyably while minimizing risk with respect to the mountain environment.

Field trips of the course meet the criteria for CMC “C” trips, that is, up to 15 miles round trip and up to 3,500 feet of elevation gain. Participants should be prepared for strenuous physical activity and should be fit enough to climb 750 feet per hour. Scrambling also requires a positive mental attitude, a commitment of time and effort and a complement of outdoor equipment. Teamwork and cooperation are important.

Wilderness Trekking School, Backpacking School or equivalent are pre-requisites as basic navigation skills and hiking preparedness are needed for this course.

The course does not teach technical or roped climbing techniques, glacier travel and rescue, nor use of crampons. Those who want technical and roped climbing instruction should enroll in the CMC Basic Mountaineering School, High Altitude Mountaineering School or Technical Rock Climbing School.

MOUNT PRINCETON HOTSPRINGS RESORT WEEKENDFebruary 22 to February 24 Getty Nuhn at (719) 473-8868 or [email protected] or Becky Zenthoefer at (719) 633-1367 or [email protected].

This “QUADRUPLE S” EVENT – skiing, snow shoeing, swimming and soaking - is a joint event between the Pikes Peak and Denver CMC Groups. There will be trips scheduled at breakfast for ski, snowshoe and possibly a hike on both Saturday and Sunday for various abilities. This price includes 2 nights’ lodging, two drinks (wine, beer or soft drinks) Friday night, two dinners Friday and Saturday, breakfasts on Saturday and Sunday, a wine and cheese party Saturday after dinner, and all the swimming & soaking you can get in on any of these three days.

Rooms available at the resort are for double or single occupancy. Prices have not changed since 2012. Event price including a double room: $220. Event price including a single room $300. Non-CMC members $230 & $310, respectively. Register directly with leaders listed above.

DENVER GROUP SCHOOLS

Trip Leader School DirectorAppreciation goes out to Martha Mustard who has been the Trip Leader School Director for 4 years and significantly changed the format by offering on-line content.

Uwe Sartori has accepted the Trip Leader School Director volunteer position. As Trip Leader School Director

Uwe is also a member of the Denver Safety & Leadership Committee. Uwe is currently a Denver Group member and leader, a past leader and school instructor for the Pikes Peak Group, and is the current Chair of the State Safety & Leadership Committee.

Uwe will determine the dates of the 2013 Trip Leader School offerings in the next month; dates will be announced in the Mile High Mountaineer.


BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOURJourneytoexoticlocations,paddlethe wildest waters & climb the highest peaks at some of the most captivating locations in the world. Paramount Theater, DenverFebruary 28, Thursday and March 1st, Friday (Each evening features different films from the 2012/2013 Banff Mountain Film Festival)Doors Open 6:00pm; Event Begins 7:00pmTickets: $15 available at CMC, REI Denver, Englewood & Lakewood Locations, the Paramount Theatre and Ticket HorseTickets purchased through Ticket Horse will incur additional service charges. Tickets purchased through CMC website may be done on-line at cmc.org.No paper tickets are mailed if you purchase through cmc.org.All sales final – no refunds or exchangesAll proceeds benefit CMC

Best of Australia 2013Gary Hellenga (406) 587-9271 [email protected] and Daedra Pierce (719) 510-2453 [email protected] February 2-17, 2013; Limit 12; Prerequisite: be able to tackle climbs up to 12 miles round-trip and up to 2,000 ft Fee: $1675 basic land cost; optional: $1125 side-trip to Uluru (Ayers Rock); does not include estimated $1600 airfare

Say “G’Day” and explore the unique wonders of the Land Down Under. Upon arrival in Sydney, explore the city and its scenic harbor including an option to tour the world-famous Sydney Opera House. Then we’ll head up to explore the hikes, vistas, and waterfalls of the Blue Mountains. From here, we’ll drive to Kosciuszko National Park and hike Australia’s highest peak, Mount Kosciuszko, one of the fabled Seven Summits. After returning to Sydney, we’ll change gears by flying to Cairns in the tropical north of the country, and spend a day snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef, and another with a visit to the rainforest – and keep a good watch out for crocodiles! Optional extension to fly from Cairns to Outback and return to Sydney for final night before returning home.

Yellowstone in WinterRick & Deana Pratt 303-887-3717 or [email protected] February 6 - 11, 2013; Fee: $1025 - $1195, depending on accommodation level

Steaming geysers, bison, elk, deer, wolves, and other wildlife are all part of the experience of visiting Yellowstone National Park in the winter. Skiers, snowshoers, nature lovers and photographers will enjoy the convenient trails leading directly from the lodge to the geysers and waterfalls. The trip includes round-trip bus and snow coach transportation between Denver and Yellowstone, a one-night stay in a motel, 3 full days and 4 nights in the Old Faithful area of the park, happy hours, and many meals.Depart Denver by bus on Wednesday, February 6, stay overnight in a motel in Jackson, arriving in Yellowstone on Thursday afternoon. Return to Denver on Monday, February 11, 2013. See website or contact leader for full details.

Multi-sport in Québec: Including the Winter Carnaval & a night in the Ice Hotel Linda Ditchkus [email protected] 15–23, 2013: Fee: $2,300 includes most meals, entrance to various events, and 8 nights’ accommodation. Does not include airfare to Québec.

Canada is more than Moosehead beer, flannel

shirts, and “Eh?” The outing coincides with Québec’s Winter Carnaval, where we will view sleigh races, international ice and snow sculpture competitions, snow bathers, and a night parade. Participants will explore Québec City, a UNESCO world heritage treasure that cradles 400 years of French civilization, Canadian history, and First Nations cooperation. Then the group will move to nearby Duchensnay Station Touristique, which has access to 37K of cross country ski trails and 30K of snowshoe trails. While at the Station, participants can also arrange a dog sled ride, ice fishing, or spa treatments (all for an additional fee). The final night will be spent at Québec’s ice hotel (called the Hôtel de Glace) experiencing the ultimate Nordic adventure by sleeping in a hotel made of ice and snow. While the Hôtel and its furniture are entirely made of ice and snow, guests will sleep comfortably in an ice-framed bed with a real mattress. A cozy sleeping bag (good to -22°F) is provided (the room temperature stays between 27°F and 23°F).

New Zealand Milford & Routeburn TracksPolly Hays [email protected] 22 – March 09, 2013; Fee: $1775 plus airfare (Estimated at $2000 - $2500), food, and incidentals.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure to hike two of the famous Great Walks in New Zealand – the Milford and Routeburn Tracks. This trip features 7 days of moderate hut-to-hut backpacking in Fiordland National Park on the South Island of New Zealand. These scenic walks are considered some of the finest tracks in the world. Layover days in Queensland (between tracks) and in Auckland (at the end of the trip) will allow participants to explore additional cultural activities on their own.

Kilimanjaro 19,340’Roger Wendell at [email protected]; Trip packet available from RogerFebruary 25 – March 11, 2013; Fee: $3,575 (not including intl. air fare to Tanzania); Participant limit: 14Prerequisites: excellent physical condition and be comfortable traveling in the Third WorldCountries

Here’s another great Kili outing sponsored by the High Altitude Mountaineering Committee. Kilimanjaro is the world’s largest free-standing mountain and is one of the fabled Seven Summits. Steve, having led this trip seven times, uses the Machame and Mweka Routes. The trip will include a four day budget safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. Nights are a mixture of a comfortable & rustic hotel used by CMC members since 1957; travelers’ camps and tents. A mandatory-attendance planning meeting will be held in September.

Best of the Grand Canyon – Colorado River Raft & Hike 2013Blake Clark and Rosemary Burbank @ [email protected] or 303/871-0379; April 27 - May 9, 2013

Trek Bolivia! Steve Bonowski at [email protected] 9-21, 2013Fee: $1,880 + air fare (5-7 persons) or $1,780 + air fare (8-11 persons)Trip packet available from Steve Bonowski; no phone calls please; on-line trip description lists fee inclusions and exclusionsPrerequisite: Excellent physical condition for daily hiking at 12,000 feet with several passes at 16,000 feet; sleep at 15,000 feet

Bolivia is a largely undiscovered South American country offering spectacular hiking & climbing, friendly people, and low prices. With this trip, we’ll acclimatize several days on the shore of beautiful Lake Titicaca at the small resort town of Copacabana, including one day to hike on the Island of the Sun. The tour includes trekking 7 days in the Cordillera Real northwest from La Paz, dropping down to 4,900’ on the east side of the Andes before we return to La Paz. The tour ends with a bus tour to the pre-Inca ruins at Tiwanaku, west of La Paz.

ADVENTURE TRAVELFor your benefit and enjoyment, the following trips have been reviewed and approved by the Adventure Travel Committee and are officially sanctioned by the Colorado Mountain Club. For expanded information about these and other CMC Adventure Travel trips, go to www.cmc.org and click on PROGRAMS, ADVENTURE TRAVEL.

NOTE: DuetothenumberofATtrips,pricingdetailshavebeeneliminatedfromthedescriptionsabovebutareincludedinthefulltripdescriptionsonthewebsite.


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ACTIVE LEADER PROGRAM

In the past to be considered an Active Leader DG Leader leading a single trip in a three year period was required.

DG Safety & Leadership Committee (DS&L) has discussed whether or not leading one trip in a three year period allows our leaders to be knowledgeable and aware of safe practices and policies. As a result of these discussions, DS&L has changed the definition of an Active Leader to a certified leader in good standing who leads an official trip/activity scheduled in the CMC Activity Schedule each calendar year.

We have over 400 leaders on our current Leader List although in 2011/2012 less than half of these led a trip and many have not led a trip in 3 years or more.

One of the results expected from the definition change of an Active Leader is those who wish to retain an Active Leader status will lead at least one trip in 2013. Leaders will have until July 1, 2013 to lead one trip registered in the CMC Activity Schedule to be classified as an Active Leader.

This should result in more trips being led in 2013 which should partially offset the loss of 14er Challenge & Centennial Peak Climb trips in 2012, although the trip classifications are not expected to be comparable.

INACTIVE LEADER STATUSAny leader not leading a DG trip by

July 1, 2013 and not electing Emeritus Leader Status will be classified as an INACTIVE LEADER.

If a leader has been injured or ill in the 12 prior months and is unable to complete a trip by July 1, 2013 the leader may request a waiver from DS&L to be moved from INACTIVE LEADER status to ACTIVE LEADER status by leading a DG trip listed in the CMC Activity Schedule.

If a leader has been on INACTIVE LEADER status for more than 12 months but less than 24 months and wishes to return to ACTIVE LEADER status, the leader may request to lead a DG trip with a co-leader who is a member of DS&L or a leader who has a trip classification equal to or greater than that of the Inactive Leader and has been identified by DS&L.

If a leader has been on INACTIVE LEADER status for more than 24 months but less than 36 months and wishes to return to ACTIVE LEADER status, the leader will be requested to read the on-line Leader Manual and respond satisfactorily to an on-line DG Trip Leader School Quiz, as well as leading one trip with a co-leader who is a member of DS&L or a leader who has a trip classification equal to or greater than that of the Inactive Leader and has been

identified by DS&L. It is recommended the leader attend WFA School.

If a leader has been on INACTIVE LEADER status for more than 36 months and wishes to return to ACTIVE LEADER status, the leader will be requested to complete DG Trip Leader School, complete two LIT trips and complete WFA School.

LEADER EMERITUS PROGRAMFor those leaders who are included in

the current Leader List but do not wish to lead in the future, we have initiated a Leader Emeritus Program which allows an existing leader to opt out of Active Leader status and not be subject to the requirements/recommendations for skills updates e.g., WFA re certification, etc.

Those who elect Leader Emeritus status will retain all leader discounts offered at local retailers, remain entitled to a complimentary drink at the Annual Dinner and have Leader Emeritus status indicated on their CMC Membership Card.

A CULTURE OF SAFETYThe DS&L committee believes these

changes in the Active Leader definition will result in more knowledgeable leaders exhibiting a greater level of skill, safety and awareness while leading our members in their pursuits of outdoor recreation.


JANUARY SOCIAL ACTIVITIES CALENDARIn 2013 Any Member Can, recruit new CMC members. Your social activities are a good venue for introducing adult family and friends to CMC. Your social activities steering committee, including Patricia Leslie and Fred Siersma, invite you to host an activity of your choice in 2013. Potluck gatherings are popular and a great way to bring members together and recruit new ones. Hosting a TGIF, TGIT, or TGIW is as easy as making a reservation at your favorite neighborhood café. And we welcome new ideas. Call us, Patricia 720-296-9422 or e-mail [email protected] or Fred at (303) 751-6639 or e-mail [email protected]. Unless listed in the CMC Activity Schedule on line, these social activities are not considered “official CMC activities”.

Tuesday 1 - Happy New Year CMC members, family, and friends. Members, please feel free to bring adult family and friends along to our events. Meet our outstanding Denver Group leaders: Winnie Prall, Carol Shansby, Dave Riter, and John Manzione, as well as our event hosts Dick Dieckman, Hugh MacMillan, Rocky Smith, Sue Osborn, Carol Chamblee, Bob Shedd, and Fred Siersma. And we welcome you to sponsor an event as well. Help us plan more fun for 2013! Our contact information is at the top of the page.

Friday 11 - A Feel Good Friday at Chad’s 275 Union Blvd. in Lakewood, around 5:30- 7:00 p.m. Drop by

to enjoy a beverage and/or dinner. New members are always especially welcome along with adult family and friends. If you are having a birthday, new member or not, we will help you celebrate. Dick Dieckman (303) 980-0573.

Saturday 12 - Breck Nordic Center easy snowshoe and the Breck Ullr Festival. Sign up via online with leader P. Leslie to join us for a short half day of easy snowshoeing at the Breckenridge Nordic Center preceded or followed by a bit of the Ullr Festival. Questions welcomed. Contact P. Leslie (top of page).

Friday 18 - TGIF at Finley’s Pub. 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Bring some pals along to this popular Washington Park neighborhood gathering spot known for its “Best Burger in Washington Park.” The location, off Alameda at 375 South Pearl, makes parking both free and easy. Low beverage prices too. Dave Riter (303) 427-2058.

Saturday 19 - Seeing what’s new at the Esquire, Mayan, or Chez Artiste theaters. Help select a movie to see at one of these theaters by e-mailing your choice to P. Leslie (contact top of this page) by Thursday the 17th. We’ll share the results then arrange the meeting time & place.

Saturday 26 – Enjoy easy snowshoeing and the famous Breck Ice Sculptures. Sign up online with leader P Leslie and enjoy a bit of easy snowshoeing at the Breckenridge Nordic Center and seeing fantastic ice art.

Saturday 26 - Dinner at Palace Chinese, 5:00 p.m. This restaurant at 6265 E. Evans Avenue has great food and moderate prices.Those interested will ride RTD Light Rail afterward to the Symphony (see below). Come to one or both events. For directions and reservation (required), call Bob Shedd, 303-733-2815.

Saturday 26 - Colorado Symphony, 7:30 p.m. “The Pines of Rome” and more. Enjoy the concert with a group of about 10 CMC members and guests. Discount ticket price $28. To sign up or cancel, call the host by 11:00 a.m. on the day of the concert. Bob Shedd, 303-733-2815.

Preview Saturday February 2 - Dinner and Colorado Symphony. “Bolero” and more. Same plan as January 26 events above. Bob Shedd, 303-733-2815

The Mile High MountaineerThe Mile High Mountaineer (USP 703-680) is published monthly for $15/year members and non-members effective with memberships renewed October 1, 2009. Postmaster: send address changes to the Colorado Mountain Club, 710 10th St., #200, Golden, CO 80401. Periodicals Postage paid at Golden, CO and additional mailing offices. Ads for the newsletter are due at the first of the month prior to the edition the ad is to be placed. All ads must be submitted via email to [email protected]. For an ad rate sheet and questions, please email the editors at [email protected]. MHM welcomes letters to the editor. Letters should be no longer than 300 words. They must be signed and are subject to editing for length and clarity. Letters are published solely at the discretion of the editor. Contact: [email protected]. Editor and Proofreading: Linda Lawson; Layout: Deborah Duke, Arts•A•Fact Design, [email protected]. CMC Office: (303) 279-3080; Fax (303) 279-9690. Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 9 a.m.– 6 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.– 3:00 p.m.

GORP(Great Outdoors Reading Program)Meeting Date Januray 10thMonthly Meetings: 2nd Thursday 7-9:00pmContact: Stan Moore,

[email protected] Location: Drumwright Room, AMC, Golden January 10: Dancehall of the Dead

by Tony Hillerman February 14: Poetry reading and

discussion Works of Robert Service

PHOTOGRAPHYSECTIONMeeting Date January 9thMonthly Meetings: 2nd Wednesday 7:00pmContact: Frank Burzynski,

[email protected]: Lower Level Conference

Room, AMC

FINISHED ALL THE 14ERS??? With the success of 14er Challenge Day on September 8th and the number of Centennial Peaks that have been climbed as part of Centennial Celebration Climbs, you will undoubtedly want to be one of those who have their names published as part of a list of all members who have completed all the Colorado 14ers ( and beyond). This list is compiled and updated annually by a volunteer, then published in Trail & Timberline. The 14er completion form may be found at: http://c cmc.org/tnt/docs/Fourteener_Completion_Form%20 _2_.pdf. This form can be completed and returned to CMC at 710 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401.

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