What we’re about
Our main goal/ mission is to explore as many wonderful hikes/ snowshoe trails, snowboarding, skiing, hut trips, camping, backpacking, spelunking, canyoneering, etc.,as well as general socializing, restaurants/pubs/taverns as possible in a safe and responsible manner, so that members can get a greater sense of all that Colorado has to offer and enjoy. Some of these we have experienced before, but many will be new to us as well.
Come join us!
PLEASE READ OUR GENERAL RULES AND LIABILITY WAIVER (You are required to read, understand and agree to all of our general rules and liability waiver in order to participate in our events. It is NOT necessary for you to physically sign the waiver for it to be in effect) - you can find it here: https://www.meetup.com/Trails-and-Ales-etc/pages
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- South Boulder and Bear Peaks via S Mesa 9.4 Miles 3168’ GainNeeds location
My Strava indicates 9.4 miles and 3168’ of gain, but the map I created on Alltrails says 8.4 and 3225’ . So it’s probably between the two.
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-april-26-2025-e3a5464
Meet at the South Mesa trailhead at 9:00 am.
See you there! - April 29th *Sloan's Lake* Walk and Talk-o *Start at Edgewater Market*Edgewater Public Market, Edgewater, CO
Join me for a walk around one of Denver’s best parks, Sloan's Lake.
April 29th Led by Kristen
We’ll meet at Edgewater Market In Front of the Ramen Shop OUTSIDE (it’s always 6:30pm even if meetup says different) and walk over to the park. We will meet in front of 5505 W 20th Ave, Edgewater, CO 80214. ****There is a running club that starts at the brewery. We are not them.***
We’ll first walk around the park one time and then return to Edgewater Market.
Total round trip is about 3 miles.
Walkers who want to have Tacos can go to Edgewater Market for delicious tacos. There are multiple restaurants and at least one that offers tacos- Carnivore. We will get our food and then find some tables to pull together. If it's nice, we'll sit outside on the patio.
The feedback from the group has been to walk or at least get talk-o's if the weather is bad. #coloradostyle
Some important things to note:- Remember the golden rule folks. Treating others with kindness, respect, honesty, patience, and curiosity is important.
- We share the golden rule with folks not in our group by sharing the trail in the park. Please walk in two’s so that our non- walk- talk-o people have plenty of space on the trail too. If somehow someone forgets and starts walking in 3 or 4 across, say we’ll remind each other kindly. Say "Taco” and squeeze in so that the person can get by us easily.
- Please pay attention to oncoming pedestrians and pedestrians behind us. Please squeeze in to the right when you see them, leaving them plenty of room to pass. We want everyone to enjoy the trail (including folks not in our group) - and not have to dodge our group. Let’s remind each other to “taco" not "tostada."
- We love fur-babies. Before bringing them consider whether your dog is great on leash, behaves well in a crowd, can keep up with our pace, and will distract or add to our group members’ experience.
- You must RSVP This is for safety. If for some reason you can’t RSVP, the group leader will take your picture and of your ID and send it to the other group leaders. It’s up to the group leader if you can participate.
I also organize another community SUPPER CLUB. We have a couple different events during the month. To learn more visit: SUPPER Club: Foodies for Personal and Professional Growth | Facebook
For the #coloradostyle weather days:Here is a suggested gear list for colder, rainy, or snowy weather:
Under Armor or multiple layers of clothing
Warm Socks
Gloves
Hats
Waterproof shoes
Hard shell- waterproof jacket
Snow pants or waterproof pants
Goggles if it's snowing
If there's tons of snow - maybe snow shoes lol
If there's snow or ice: YakTrax or something similar like these for $9 https://www.amazon.com/Roohiseng-Crampons-Traction-Stainless-Mountaineering/dp/B09LC31249/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=22XMH8RZ8X66W&keywords=yaktrax&qid=1667576603&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI0LjU2IiwicXNhIjoiMy44OCIsInFzcCI6IjMuNzUifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=yaktra%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1
