Colorado Mountain Club

06/02/2026

🧗‍♀️🎬 Big walls, big goals, and one unforgettable story.

Join us July 10th as we kick off CMC's Summits & Stories film series with a special screening of The Queen Swing, following climbers Laura Pineau and CMC alum Kate Kelleghan as they pursue Yosemite's legendary Triple Crown—linking El Capitan, Half Dome, and Mount Watkins in a single 24-hour push.

Before the film, youth can participate in climbing activities, games, climbing demos, and hands-on learning about speed climbing, crack technique, and jugging. Outdoor community groups will also be onsite.

Here's what's in store:

🧗 5:00 PM – Youth climbing activities, games, and community tabling
🎥 6:30 PM – Screening of The Queen Swing
🎤 7:30 PM – Live Q&A with CMC alum and featured climber Kate Kelleghan

Family-friendly • Snacks and beverages available for purchase during the film.

🔗 Register for the event:
https://www.cmc.org/events/join-cmc-for-a-family-friendly-evening-featuring-climbing-activities-outdoor-community-groups-and-a-screening-of-queen-swing-after-the-film-hear-from-climber-kate-kelleghan-featured-in-queen-swing-during-a-live-q-a-and-community-conversation-snacks-and

05/13/2026

The heart of CMC has always been its volunteers.

They’re out leading trips, teaching courses, helping members build skills, and keeping this whole community moving in the outdoors every week. If you’ve ever been on a course or a trip, you’ve seen the impact of their work firsthand.

We recently came together for our volunteer recognition ceremony to highlight just a small group of the many volunteers who show up for this club all year long. It turned into a really good night of reconnecting, sharing stories, and appreciating the people behind so much of what happens here.

It all comes back to our volunteers 💙

We love being able to celebrate this community, and can’t wait for more moments like this ahead!

05/11/2026

🌸Ever wonder what you’re actually seeing on the trail?

Join us for Mountain Voices: Wildflower ID & Author Talk with Marlene Borneman for an engaging look at Colorado’s wildflower world—from how to identify key species to understanding how they appear across different landscapes and seasons.

Learn practical ID tips, how to “read” wildflowers in the field, and gain insight into plant families and characteristics that bring your hikes to life. Marlene will also share stories from her field experience, trail examples, and guidance on where to look for blooms throughout Colorado.

The program includes a Q&A session and book signing.

📚 Books will be available for purchase at the event or through the CMC Press online store. Proceeds support CMC Press programs and publications.

✨ Open to members and the broader community — all are welcome to attend.

👉 Register here: https://www.cmc.org/events/mountain-voices-wildflower-id-author-talk
June 12th: 10am - 12:30pm

05/01/2026

Join us at CMC Basecamp in Golden this May to learn more about the Colorado Mountain Club and discover your next great adventure. Choose from CMC Basecamp Book Club, Explore Night, The International Fly Fishing Film Festival, and more! These events are open to current members, new members, and anyone interested in becoming part of our community!

See our event calendar: cmc.org/events.

04/27/2026

Join us at CMC Basecamp on May 5th for the very first meeting of the CMC Statewide Book Club! We're kicking things off with a discussion of "A Place Among Giants" by Lisa Roderick. Connect with other CMC members during a casual evening of conversation and community. Save your spot: https://www.cmc.org/education-adventure/trips/find-trips/exploring-nature-2013-cmc-book-club-meetup

04/22/2026

CMC Conservation Coordinator Joey Lancia joined EcoFlight, Winter Wildlands Alliance, and other stakeholders on a flight around the Upper Gunnison River Basin.

04/22/2026

04/17/2026

Get ready to hit the trails! Join us for Intro to Hiking on Thursday, May 7th at 6:45 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room.

Go through the basics of hiking, including safety, how to find trails and public land, and necessary gear with this interactive discussion presented by the Colorado Mountain Club's Western Slope Group!

04/15/2026

You weren’t planning on having a favorite shirt…but here we are 👕

The CMC Adventure Tech Shirt — “The Josh”

📍 Shipping available or pick up at Basecamp
💡 Pro tip: pair it with a beanie + a CMC Press book to unlock free shipping on orders over $75

Designed by CMC instructor and volunteer Joshua Gluck, with contributions from volunteers and staff who helped bring the vision to life, in collaboration with YoColorado!

🛒 Shop now: https://www.cmc.org/books/gear-apparel/shirts/cmc-x-yo-tech-shirt/cmc-adventure-tech-shirt-201cthe-josh201d