September High Adventure: Backpacking Segment 7 Colorado Trail

Posted by Mark Abell on August 29, 2011

To sign up for the September 23-25, 2011 High Adventure, click here.

 

Description:

The September High Adventure will be a backpacking trek on the Colorado Trail from Goldhill Trailhead near Frisco to Copper Mountain. We will be able to run the trek one way, and then ride the Summit Stage Free Shuttle, or may elect to drop a car at the end point. This trek will take us up over a high mountain pass, above tree line, and then drop to the prior trailhead. It begins at about 9,200 feet in elevation, peaks out at 12,440 feet, and then drops into Copper Mountain which lies at about 9,700 feet. The trail takes us by aspen stands, through a sub-alpine forest, along a stream and along the shore of scenic Rainbow Lake. For pictures of the trek, see the following link:

http://www.hiking-the-colorado-trail.com/day-8-frisco-peaks-trail-to-the-ten-mile-range-segment-7

 

When?

Friday, September 23 – Sunday, September 25, 2011.

We will meet at the church at 7:00 am FRIDAY, and return around 12:00 pm on Sunday.

 

Where?

We will be camping along the Colorado Trail Friday and Saturday nights, returning to our cars on Sunday morning. The first night we will camp near tree line on the Frisco side of the pass. The second night we will camp near the bottom of the trail about ¼ mile from the Blue River.

 

Who is in Charge?

Mr. Abell

 

Cost?

Actual expenses will be split among the participants, including fuel costs, food and camping.

The following fees are estimates, and will be finalized in the next week or so:

Food - $3-$5/meal x 7 meals:                      $21.00 - $35.00

Camping:                                                      Free

Mileage Fee (200 miles x $0.04/mi):           $8.00

Subtotal – Campout Only                             $29.00 - $43.00/person

                                                               

$30.00 per person will be collected up front, with a final catch-up payment to be collected upon our return. Each driver to fill their gas tanks just prior to launch, and upon our return, and to turn in the return fill-up receipt, as well as any receipts for gas purchases from the trip.

 

Sign-up Deadline?

September 13, 2011 at Midnight. No exceptions. No refunds for food once it is purchased.

 

Having trouble with the website sign-up? Email Mr. Abell AND Mr. Pacheco.

 

Special Requirements?

Scouts and adults planning to go on this high adventure trip should be prepared for a high altitude backpacking adventure with cold weather possible. All scouts and adult scouters planning to attend must have a Class III Med Form on file with the Troop, and be prepared to take on significant troop gear for their packs. They should expect to carry about 20 lbs of troop gear and food, plus their regular backpacking gear.

 

What to Bring?

Clothes and boots suitable for a fall backpacking adventure at high altitude on good trails. Zero degree sleeping bags and backpacking tents (1 per 2 adults or scouts). Snow and cold is a distinct possibility this time of year, but the views will make it well worth the trip.

 

Signed up and no longer able to attend? Call or email Mr. Abell or Mr. Pacheco.