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Colorado 14er “Weekend Trip"

Trip Leader: Nate Pelletier

Destination: La Plata Peak- Ellingwood Ridge Route (Class 2–4)

Who: Experienced climbers comfortable with Class 2–4 scrambling at high altitude
   • Physically capable of meeting the demands of climbing above 14K feet
   • Comfortable with Class 3-5 scrambling without a rope

What: Provide an opportunity for current and non-CMC members who are experienced and comfortable with Class 2–4 scrambling at higher altitudes
   • This is not an official CMC event, permitted or guided climb
   • The trip leader will provide guidance, but each climber is responsible for their own  decision making on the mountain
   • The trip leader will provide logistics support to and from, basic guidance, and communications on the mountain

When: June 12th-13th(recommend departure morning of the 14th)
   • Friday AM/PM: Fly to Denver by time of day in planning document
          ? I will arrange transportation to and from the trailhead for the group
          ? Make a stop for supplies, food, etc.
          ? If you drive on your own, meet us at the trailhead
   • Friday PM: Camp at trailhead, briefing and climb preparation
   • Saturday AM: 4am start, prepare for 12-14 hours of climbing
   • Saturday PM: transport back to Denver
   • Saturday PM/Sunday AM: transport to Denver airport

Costs: Individual flight to DEN airport and % share of rental vehicle

Planning document: Colorado 14er "Weekend Sprint"- June 12th-13th 
Please fill out the planning document and confirm interest by May 31st

Why: Promote the enjoyment of responsible non-technical mountaineering for new climbers, experienced climbers and grow the CMC mountaineering membership.