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02/09/2012 PPG Technical Ice Climbing School
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  The Pikes Peak Group Technical Ice Climbing School will teach individuals the advanced skills needed to increase their ice climbing abilities. The goal will be to climb above class 3 and lead up to class 3 ice.
02/15/2012 Telemark Ski School- Denver Group
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  If you currently venture into the backcountry on touring skis, have witnessed telly skiers carving sweet s-turns down slopes or thru the trees, and have wondered to yourself “can I do that”, well we’re here to tell you that yes, you can!
02/18/2012 Avalanche Terrain Avoidance (ATA) classes for Trip Leaders
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Avalanche Terrain Avoidance (ATA) classes for Trip Leaders
02/18/2012 Avalanche Terrain Avoidance (ATA) classes for non-Trip Leaders
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Avalanche Terrain Avoidance (ATA) classes for non-Trip Leaders
02/21/2012 Trip Leader School - Feb 21st, 2012
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Topics include group dynamics and leadership styles, leader responsibilities, liability issues, medical concerns, environmental concerns, planning a trip, screening potential trip participants, organizing the group, and carrying out a safe trip. Read More
02/27/2012 Spring/Summer Boulder Mountaineering Schools Orientation Night (Optional), Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  Join us at the Boulder Group clubroom at 7pm to find out all about the spring/summer schools. School Directors will be present to answer questions.
02/29/2012 Pikes Peak Winter Wilderness Skills
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  Pikes Peak Group annual Winter Wilderness Skills Class.
03/04/2012 Denver Wilderness First Aid Class for Trip Leaders
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Wilderness First Aid training for CMC TRIP LEADERS - March 2012
03/04/2012 Denver Wilderness First Aid Class for Non-Leaders
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Wilderness First Aid training for CMC NON-LEADERS - March 2012
03/06/2012 Hiking and Survival Essentials, Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  Concerned about what to do if you unexpectedly have to spend the night in the outdoors? What are the ten essentials and why do we need them? This course covers trip planning, essential equipment, clothing, Leave No Trace principles, weather, etc.
03/06/2012 Ski Mountaineering School
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Join us for the Ski Mountaineering School, offered in spring 2012 by the Colorado Mountain Club. The school is intended to develop the skills, attitudes, and awareness needed for ski mountaineering tours.
03/08/2012 Pikes Peak Advanced Backcountry Skiing
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  Pikes Peak Group annual Advanced Backcountry Ski class.
03/10/2012 Boulder Wilderness First Aid (for non-leaders)
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  This is a 16 hour course, 3 year certification, provided by Vern Miller of TrailMed Wilderness Medicine. Meets First Aid requiremens for all new CMC members.
03/10/2012 Wilderness First Aid (for BG Leaders)
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  This is a 16 hour course, 3 year certification, provided by Vern Miller of TrailMed Wilderness Medicine. Meets First Aid requiremens for all new CMC members.
03/10/2012 Wilderness First Aid (for BG BMS)
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  This is a 16 hour course, 3 year certification, provided by Vern Miller of TrailMed Wilderness Medicine. Meets First Aid requiremens for all new CMC members.
03/12/2012 Basic Mountaineering School - Denver
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Basic Mountaineering School (BMS) provides you with the skills needed to participate safely on non-glaciated CMC mountaineering climbs within Colorado in all weather conditions. Read More
03/15/2012 PPG Basic Mountaineering School - Colorado Wilderness Fundamentals
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  This course covers the introductory information and skills needed for safe travel in the Colorado wilderness. This course is one of three to take towards earning a PPG-CMC BMS Wilderness Trekking Certificate.
04/02/2012 2012 Fly Fishing School
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  FF School is for beginning and inexperienced anglers. Information about gear, knots, insects, trout behavior and casting is taught. Tuition covers 3 evening classes, 2 days on-stream, a 100-page handbook, 24 flies & many accessories.
04/03/2012 Wilderness Trekking School - Denver
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Wilderness Trekking School is the Colorado Mountain Club’s beginner hiking school. This is the school to learn the Fundamentals of hiking and mountaineering. Read More
04/03/2012 Hiking Navigation, Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  Learning to find your way with a topographical map and compass is a fundamental skill to safely enjoying the outdoors. This course covers navigation, route finding problems and navigating in adverse conditions.
04/10/2012 PPG Basic Mountaineering School - Colorado Wilderness Land Navigation
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  Ever been lost in the woods? How about cloud cover or whiteouts? Working through these situations requires solid map & compass skills. This course is one of three you can take towards earning a PPG-CMC BMS Wilderness Trekking Certificate.
04/17/2012 Basic Rock School (BRS), Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  Basic Rock School is an introduction to rock climbing basics & safety techniques. Well suited for newcomers to rock climbing or for those with some experience that want to review and update best safety practices.
04/19/2012 Hiking Route and Trip Planning, Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  This course will help you better plan and conduct hiking trips. It will reinforce and add to your knowledge from the previous hiking courses.
04/24/2012 PPG Basic Mountaineering School - Colorado Alpine Snow Mountaineering
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  This course gives you specific knowledge and skill sets to help safely tackle your Colorado winter mountaineering activities. One of six BMS courses you take towards earning a BMS Alpine Mountaineering Certificate.
05/08/2012 Trip Leader School - May 8, 2012
  Sponsoring Group: Denver
  Topics include group dynamics and leadership styles, leader responsibilities, liability issues, medical concerns, environmental concerns, planning a trip, screening potential trip participants, organizing the group, and carrying out a safe trip. Read More
05/15/2012 Basic Snow Travel, Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  Learn basic snow travel techniques, useful for Colorado peaks in the late spring and early summer.
05/16/2012 PPG Basic Mountaineering School - Colorado Rock Climbing
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  This course will help you acquire the rock climbing fundamentals you need to efficiently and safely climb rock in a top rope environment. One of six BMS courses you take towards earning a BMS Alpine Mountaineering Certificate.
05/29/2012 Intermediate Snow School, Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  Hard snow travel techniques on steep snow/ice. First trip entails roped travel, snow anchors, belaying and self-arrest practice. Second trip focuses on crampon use, ascent/descent on steep snow/ice, and snow/rock transitions.
06/05/2012 Rock Leading School (RLS), Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  RLS is the next step for climbers who have been through BRS, can climb well at 5.6 or above, and are ready for the "sharp end".
06/06/2012 PPG Basic Mountaineering School - Colorado Wilderness Backpacking
  Sponsoring Group: Pikes Peak
  With overnight backpacking, you open yourself up to awesome multi-day trips in Colorado’s wilderness areas. This course is one of three you can take towards earning a PPG-CMC BMS Wilderness Trekking Certificate.
07/10/2012 Backpacking School, Boulder Group
  Sponsoring Group: Boulder
  Backpacking School covers all aspects of overnight hiking. A great experience for hikers, climbers, or mountaineers.
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