Pikes Peak Group
P.O. BOX 2461
Colorado Springs,
CO 80901
(719) 635-5330 leave message
Email: cmcppg@yahoo.com
The Colorado
Mountain Club has been the answer for
thousands
of outdoor oriented people since 1912.
The Club is organized to bring together
and unite the energy of lovers of the mountains of Colorado. The CMC
is state wide organization with over 9000 members. The CMC consists
of fifteen groups across the state of Colorado, with headquarters in
Golden.
Pikes Peak Group
The Pikes Peak Group (PPG) has approximately 650 members. The club provides
training which includes mountaineering oriented first-aid, leadership,
winter mountaineering and basic mountaineering schools. Through planned
trips with experienced leaders and instructors, members learn about
and enjoy the alpine attractions of this region. Trips are planned to
accommodate all age and skill levels; these activities include, hiking,
backpacking, mountaineering, rock climbing, cross country and downhill
skiing, cycling, and any other out-of-doors activities members are interested
in. Conservation and preservation of our natural resources and scenery
are a high priority. The state organization offers additional courses
which include high altitude mountaineering, telemarking and others.
The CMC provides trips and treks throughout the world. We believe there
is something for everyone.
Publications
An activity schedule for the state is published twice a year and lists
activities throughout the year for both winter and summer. PPG members
may participate in activities sponsored by any of the state groups.
Officially sanctioned trips are led by leaders trained in mountain and
first aid skills, and are covered by a state CMC insurance policy.
Trip Classification
Trips are classified A, B, C, D, E, and Technical; trip descriptions
include distance and elevation gain. For example: an A trip may be a
nature walk, a B or C trip will be longer and more difficult and could
be a hike or an overnight backpack. A climb of some of the peaks would
be considered a D climb, and certain routes up some of the peaks could
be classified as dangerous E or technical.
Monthly Meetings
PPG monthly meetings are held on the third Tuesday of
each month except in May, November and December. In May and November
there is a potluck dinner meeting which replaces the regular monthly
meeting; there is no December meeting because of the Christmas holidays.
The monthly meetings are held at All Souls Unitarian Church at 730 North
Tejon.; meeting time is at 7:30 PM. Each meeting consists of a program
featuring either an informational talk, regional trips, or trips to
exotic places. Non-members are welcome.
