Know Before You Go: Climbing Colorado 14ers Climbing a 14er has become a right of passage for many intermediate and experienced Colorado hikers. The feeling of accomplishment when you’ve reached the summit after hiking uphill for many miles is an incredible reward. With that reward comes plenty of risks that should be considered before embarking […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Winter Recreation in Leadville
What is there to do in Leadville in the winter? Plenty! Leadville offers a vast opportunity of outdoor activities to do during the winter months. Whether you like to hike, snowshoe, ski, or bike there is something for everyone. This guide will present resources on Leadville trail systems and ski areas as well as gear […]
Backyard Terrain Park Remains Open for Students Through Winter break
Backyard Terrain Park will be Open Over Winter Break Ski Area Operations students have been busy these last few weeks on more than just final exams. Thanks to their hard work, the backyard terrain park at Colorado Mountain College Leadville is now open for the winter season. The terrain park will remain open through winter […]
EMT students gain hands-on training with St. Vincent Health care team
When it comes to medical training, hands-on experience and practice are invaluable. The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program at Colorado Mountain College provides specific training for those interested in working in emergency medical services. This program covers the training requirements and prepares students for the National Registry Exams and Colorado state certification. Traditionally, EMT student […]
Running Down Her Dream
Despite race cancellations, CMC student and ultrarunner Annie Hughes runs her own races The famous Leadville 100 Run Ultramarathon has put Leadville, CO on the map and on the minds of runners around the world. For many students it’s the community of runners that initially attracted them to the Cloud City. Collegiate runners come to […]
La Familia Primero: Family First
La Familia Primero: Family First Leadville mother of three earns diploma through CMC’s new Workforce Diploma Program thanks to flexible online classes When Jessica Rea was 9-years-old, her family moved to Leadville, CO from Durango, Mexico. Similar to the original mining families who settled in Leadville in the 1800’s, Jessica’s family sought new opportunities to […]
Leadville Library Learning Resources
CMC students and Lake County residents can access thousands of ebooks and audiobooks for free Colorado Mountain College is dedicated to creating access points to resources for our mountain communities. Whether you are interested in improving your understanding of social inequalities or you want to catch up on the latest audiobook from your favorite author, […]
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 […]
CMC Welding Program Gave Him Wings
Welding Classes Create Job Opportunities for CMC Student Light aircrafts fly at an average altitude of 10,000 ft.—which happens to be the elevation of the Leadville – Lake County Airport. German Aguirre, a 20-year-old Leadville local, is an Airport Operations Technician at the highest public use airport in North America. Just two miles down the […]