The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. As long as this exists, and it certainly always will, I know that then there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstances may be.
Anne Frank
Take a hike!
You have reached the Rocky Mountain Chapter's Outings Information Page. On this page, you will find:
All group day hikes
and camping trips into the Indian Peaks Wilderness require a group permit. This is all the
information that you will need to know to get your permit in enough time for your outing.
Outings Leader Requirements - Interested in finding out what is required
of a Sierra Club outings leader? This site explains all of the details regarding training and certification
requirements for outings leaders. Username/Password: clubhouse/explore
Outings Leader Training 101 (OLT101) - This basic training course is required
for all Sierra Club outings leaders. The course is composed of web-based modules that will allow
you to read and learn at your own pace. Skills assessments are provided to test your understanding
of the material. Username/Password: clubhouse/explore
American Red Cross - All outings leaders organizing day trips will need to
hold a current First Aid and CPR certification. The American Red Cross provides these classes
frequently around the state. Follow this link to find the Red Cross chapter nearest you and
to learn about upcoming classes to obtain or renew your certification.
Wilderness First Aid - Any outings leader who plans to lead overnight/remote-style trips away from
cars and trailheads will need to possess a current Wilderness First Aid certification. Wilderness Medicine
Institute has been a partner with the Rocky Mountain Chapter for several years now in offering high-quality
wilderness first aid classes to our leaders. Check here to see their current schedule of upcoming classes.
RMC Outings Policies - Leaders should review this
page to become familiar with policies governing outings in our state.
Indian Peaks - The Boulder County group is
very active with sponsoring outings. Many of their outings take place in the Indian
Peaks Wilderness, Rocky Mountain National Park, and north Front Range foothills areas.
Mount Evans - Evergreen and Jefferson
County mountain dwellers are well represented with outings from the Mount Evans Group.
This group has offered outings in the Jeffco Open Space Parks, Mount Evans Wilderness,
and surrounding national forest areas.
Pikes Peak - The Colorado Springs group is
very active as well, offering a range of outings and events in the Colorado Springs,
Rampart Range, Pikes Peak, and central mountain areas.
Poudre Canyon - This is the group for those
who live in Larimer and Weld Counties. PCG offers outings in the Fort Collins and
and Loveland foothills, Poudre Canyon, and Rocky Mountain National Park areas.
Activity Sections
Sierra Club Singles - This is an informal outings and events section
that focuses on offering fun hikes and social events for singles. SCS offers outings and
events in the Denver and Boulder areas primarily.
Gay and Lesbian Sierrans - GLS offers a variety of outings and events
for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered Sierrans and their friends. Their outings
take place around the region, and vary from easy day hikes to multi-day backpacking trips,
mountain bike rides, and canoe trips. In addition to outings, GLS offers out-to-dinner
nights and cultural site visits.
Inner City Outings - ICO is a community outreach program of the Sierra
Club. Its goal is to teach environmental awareness and wilderness values to inner-city
children. ICO leads kids on various activities in the outdoors to expose them to nature.
Check out their newsletter for their latest events and outings.
For more information about the Rocky Mountain Chapter's Outings program, please contact: