Dipping Her Toes into a Professional Guiding Career How one Colorado Mountain College outdoor student landed her first job in the outdoor industry before graduating One year ago Leah Elkins completed Kayak Touring Leadership, her first water-based outdoor field course at Colorado Mountain College Leadville. It was through this experience that the Outdoor Recreation Leadership […]
Outdoor Recreation Leadership
Earn a hands-on outdoor recreation degree in the Colorado mountains
Students interested in an outdoor recreation degree can get the skills and knowledge to develop and lead people in the outdoors with our two-year outdoor education program. As you earn your Outdoor Recreation Leadership degree you will learn wilderness skills and gain confidence in leadership situations. We stress low-impact techniques for responsible environmental stewardship. This two-year outdoor education school teaches:
- Wilderness studies
- Business and management principles
- Group development
- Leadership theory
- Communication & Conflict resolution
- Safe and efficient travel
- Leave no trace
MOUNTAIN LEARNING, MOUNTAIN LIVING IN LEADVILLE, COLORADO
Leadville, Colorado is the place if you love the outdoors. Our school in Leadville specializes in outdoor and environmental programs in a spectacular mountain setting. With over 250 acres, the campus has miles of cross country ski trails that are maintained by students in the Ski Area Operations program.
Our residence halls encompass spectacular views of the two highest mountains in Colorado. Classrooms feature state-of-the art technology, computer labs. There’s also a cybercafe/bookstore. The Timberline Analytical Lab has high-end precision instruments and equipment unique to a community college.
4 Things I Learned at the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show
4 Things I Learned at the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show by Leah Elkins, Outdoor Recreation Leadership student Outdoor Students Attended the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Snow Show in Denver On the first of February, several lucky Colorado Mountain College Outdoor students attended the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Snow Show. Rachel Pokrandt, Vice President and CMC Leadville campus […]
Outdoor Students Dig Into Ice Climbing
Colorado Mountain College Leadville Ice Climbing Course Introduces Students to Four-seasons of Climbing Does hanging onto a wall of sheer ice while suspended 30+ feet over a mountainside sound like fun? If so, you just might belong at an adventure college. Outdoor students at Colorado Mountain College Leadville got an introduction into the world of […]
Outdoor Industry Workforce Summit
The future of the outdoor recreation industry is bright and Colorado Mountain College students hold the cliff notes and connections that will drive successful outdoor careers. On Thursday, October 18, 2018 the Outdoor Industry Workforce Summit was held at Morgridge Commons in Glenwood Springs. A select group of students were invited to participate in a […]
CMC Students Leave No Trace
CMC students are trained in the 7 Leave No Trace principles Colorado Mountain College Leadville truly values sustainability and stewardship in the outdoors. Professor Kent Clement, PhD even goes as far as to certify his Outdoor Recreation Leadership students as teachers in the 7 principles of Leave No Trace. Certified students are encouraged to teach […]
Presenting at the Colorado Outdoor Educators Symposium (COES)
Presenting on ‘Social Media and the Benefits to the Outdoor Industry’ at the Colorado Outdoor Educators Symposium (COES) by Leah Elkins, Outdoor Recreation Leadership student & Residence Assistant I really love to talk. It’s my favorite hobby, I think. I talk about everything to anyone who’ll listen and I talk to my dog and definitely to myself […]
Spring 2018 Leadville Outdoor Field Courses
Grab your packs, paddles & bikes: Register for spring 2018 Leadville outdoor field courses Leadville, CO is a basecamp for adventure. This spring Colorado Mountain College Leadville is offering several outdoor field course experiences, including Backcountry Winter Travel Leadership, Whitewater Paddling Leadership, and Mountain Biking. These hands-on courses are open to the public, and non-degree […]
CMC Study Abroad Himalayan India, May 2018
Raft the Ganges River. Trek in the foothill forests of the Himalayas. Explore India’s mountain culture and environmental history. CMC’s study abroad program will immerse students in the culture and landscapes of India’s Himalayan Mountains. Students will gain new perspectives and have the experience of a lifetime while earning six CMC credits. The study abroad […]
Student-run Outdoor Pursuits Club takes Adventure to the Next Level
Welcome to the new and improved Outdoor Pursuits Club at Colorado Mountain College Leadville. Upcoming Outdoor Pursuits Club Trips: November 10 – 12, Sand Dunes National Park Camping Trip November 22 – 25, Moab Thanksgiving Trip: Climbing, Mountain Biking, Hiking, and Camping. The Outdoor Pursuits Club is an active, dedicated student-led team passionate about leading […]
Wilderness First Responder Certification
Wilderness First Responder (WFR): Backcountry medical skills you hope to never need Seventeen Colorado Mountain College Leadville students can now add a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification to their outdoor resumes. Roger Coit, an experienced Outdoor and Emergency Services professor at Colorado Mountain College, led the 8-day intensive outdoor based course. Students ranged in age […]