Schedule

The dates for the 2021 CMC Denver Group Backpacking School are as follows:

Lectures

Class 1 – Tuesday, June 1

Class 2 – Tuesday, June 8

Class 3 – Tuesday, June 15

(All classes begin promptly at 6:30 PM and end by 9:30 PM or earlier.)

Trips

Field Day #1 – Saturday, June 12

Field Day #2 – Overnight – June 26–27

Field Day #3 –  Overnight  – July 10–11

Field Day #4 – 3-day / 2-nights – Dates to be determined by each group

Groups may adjust the dates of these trips as best fits their schedule, however all trips must be completed before September 30.  Groups may also schedule additional trips as time and interest allows. Students must participate in sufficient trips in order to demonstrate knowledge and skills required for safe backcountry backpacking. Sufficient participation in previous classes and appropriate preparation is a prerequisite for all trips.