In taking precautions against the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), effective immediately, Colorado Mountain College is temporarily changing operations for all campuses and locations. These changes will affect all credit and non-credit students, as well as community members and employees. For students only, spring break will be extended by one week, through March 20, […]
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Do you have what it takes to race in snowshoes at 10,000 feet above sea level?
Leadville will soon host the highest U.S. Snowshoe Championships ever By John Meyer, original article shared in The Denver Post Feb 18, 2020 Forgive the breathless prose you are about to read here, but just writing about snowshoe racing 10,000 feet above sea level makes us stop and catch our breath after every paragraph or two. Nevertheless, […]
CMC and GOL! are making the mountains more accessible
CMC Leadville and Get Outdoors Leadville work together to benefit students and the community As the outdoor industry continues to grow, creating more jobs for Colorado Mountain College students and future outdoor professionals, it’s important to address social issues affecting the industry and local community. In Lake County, Get Outdoors Leadville! has been tackling concerns […]
Snowshoe racing to reach new heights at CMC Leadville
Originally shared by Carrie Click on enews.coloradomtn.edu February 19, 2020 A steady stream of registrations is flowing in as Leadville prepares to welcome racers and recreationists to the 2020 Dion Snowshoes U.S. National Snowshoe Championships Feb. 28-March 1. Colorado Mountain College Leadville, along with the Lake County Tourism Panel, is heading up the efforts to […]
The Ultimate Guide to Snowshoeing in Leadville
Snowshoeing is one of the fastest growing winter sports, and for good reason! People all around the world are discovering that snowshoeing is inclusive, inexpensive, and an incredible way to experience nature while getting a great work-out. Here in Leadville, where snow graces our trails from October to May, snowshoeing is a favorite pastime for […]
Learn how to be a commercial river guide at CMC
Whitewater Paddling Leadership Learn how to be a commercial river guide at CMC As of mid-December, the Colorado snowpack is about 133% of the average for this time of year. Though most folks are currently dreaming about powder days, pretty soon we’ll be dusting off those paddles and PFDs. The best way to prepare for […]
Lake County Awarded 2019 Culture of Health Prize
Lake County, Colorado recognized for community initiatives, awarded the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s prize The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has selected Lake County as one of five communities across the United States to receive its 2019 Culture of Health Prize. This prestigious award recognizes the efforts of Lake County organizations like Lake County Build a […]
Four Seasons of Riding with the Cloud City Wheelers
CMC students supporting Leadville’s cycling community In Leadville, we spend a lot of time outdoors and on trails. In fact, the extensive trail system that winds and loops around the Cloud City is one of the town’s biggest recreational assets. Whether your crushing dirt while running cross-country or crunching snow on a fat-bike, chances are […]
Outdoor Adventures for All
High Rockies Adventure Club: Experiences and Excursions for all CMC Leadville Students You don’t become an expert overnight. It takes countless hours of dedication to grow any skill, particularly when it comes to outdoor recreation; planning weekend trips, studying maps, learning trails, acquiring gear, and getting to know your adventure partners and peers. The High […]
‘Snowboarding forever’ with the Ski Area Ops program
Ski Area Ops graduate lands full-time position at Killington Ski Resort Colin Whitaker has been snowboarding for more than twenty years. According to him, it’s his life passion. At a young age, he knew he wanted to make a career in the ski industry. In 2013, he began working as a ski patroller at Wintergreen […]